Edcouch-Elsa H S vs Monte Alto H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edcouch-Elsa H S
Elsa · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,309 students
Monte Alto H S
Monte Alto · Public high · Grades 9–12
255 students
| Measure | Edcouch-Elsa H S Elsa, Texas | Monte Alto H S Monte Alto, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1230 of 1,419 | #1257 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12994 of 16,910 | #13251 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,309 | 255 |
| Enrollment | 1,309 | 255 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 74.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 32% |
| city | Elsa | Monte Alto |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edcouch-Elsa H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 30.4).
- •Edcouch-Elsa H S does better on math proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Edcouch-Elsa H S does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Monte Alto H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.9% vs 93.4%).
- •Monte Alto H S does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.3).
- •Edcouch-Elsa H S is the larger school with 1,309 students compared with 255.
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 Edcouch-Elsa H S better than Monte Alto H S?
On the Success Index (US), Edcouch-Elsa H S ranks higher (31.5 vs 30.4 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 Edcouch-Elsa H S and Monte Alto H S?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between Elsa and Monte Alto in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edcouch-Elsa H S: 1,309. Monte Alto H S: 255. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edcouch-Elsa H S and Monte Alto H S rank in Texas?
Edcouch-Elsa H S is 1230th of 1,419 and Monte Alto H S is 1257th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).