Emerson H S vs Jenny Preston El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson H S
McKinney · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,844 students
Jenny Preston El
Allen · Public elementary · Grades K–6
726 students
| Measure | Emerson H S McKinney, Texas | Jenny Preston El Allen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #83 of 1,419 | #85 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #1627 of 16,910 | #1711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,844 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 1,844 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 9.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 81% |
| Math proficiency | – | 88% |
| city | McKinney | Allen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jenny Preston El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 77.6).
- •Jenny Preston El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.4% vs 17.1%).
- •Emerson H S does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.5).
- •Emerson H S is the larger school with 1,844 students compared with 726.
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 Emerson H S better than Jenny Preston El?
On the Success Index (US), Jenny Preston El ranks higher (86.8 vs 77.6 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 Emerson H S and Jenny Preston El?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between McKinney and Allen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson H S: 1,844. Jenny Preston El: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson H S and Jenny Preston El rank in Texas?
Emerson H S is 83rd of 1,419 and Jenny Preston El is 85th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).