Dean Highland El vs Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 256 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dean Highland El
Waco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
617 students
Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
617 students
| Measure | Dean Highland El Waco, Texas | Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4618 of 4,686 | #4328 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #47732 of 50,301 | #43837 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 617 | 617 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 617 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Waco | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.6 vs 14.8).
- •Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.5% vs 94.8%).
- •Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.6).
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 Dean Highland El better than Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K?
On the Success Index (US), Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K ranks higher (21.6 vs 14.8 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 Dean Highland El and Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K?
About 256 km in a straight line, between Waco and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dean Highland El: 617. Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K: 617. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dean Highland El and Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K rank in Texas?
Dean Highland El is 4618th of 4,686 and Garcia-Leza Ec/PK/K is 4328th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).