Connally High School vs Shepherd H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 238 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Connally High School
Waco · Public high · Grades 9–12
614 students
Shepherd H S
Shepherd · Public high · Grades 9–12
616 students
| Measure | Connally High School Waco, Texas | Shepherd H S Shepherd, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1309 of 1,419 | #863 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #13731 of 16,910 | #9460 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 614 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 614 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 74.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 62% |
| city | Waco | Shepherd |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shepherd H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 28.1).
- •Shepherd H S does better on math proficiency (62% vs 22%).
- •Shepherd H S does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Connally High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.3% vs 74.4%).
- •Connally High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.7).
- •Shepherd H S is the larger school with 616 students compared with 614.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Connally High School better than Shepherd H S?
On the Success Index (US), Shepherd H S ranks higher (46.0 vs 28.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Connally High School and Shepherd H S?
About 238 km in a straight line, between Waco and Shepherd in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Connally High School: 614. Shepherd H S: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Connally High School and Shepherd H S rank in Texas?
Connally High School is 1309th of 1,419 and Shepherd H S is 863rd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).