Emerson H S vs Jesse McGowen El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.5 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
Jesse McGowen El
McKinney · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Emerson H S McKinney, Texas | Jesse McGowen El McKinney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 10% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 1,419 | #798 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #1627 of 16,910 | #13493 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,844 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 1,844 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 61% |
| city | McKinney | McKinney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 66.9).
- •Emerson H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 36.5%).
- •Jesse McGowen El does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.9).
- •Emerson H S is the larger school with 1,844 students compared with 570.
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 Jesse McGowen El?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson H S ranks higher (77.6 vs 66.9 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 Jesse McGowen El?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between McKinney and McKinney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson H S: 1,844. Jesse McGowen El: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson H S and Jesse McGowen El rank in Texas?
Emerson H S is 83rd of 1,419 and Jesse McGowen El is 798th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).