Escandon El vs Robert R Vela H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Escandon El
Edinburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
605 students
Robert R Vela H S
Edinburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,101 students
| Measure | Escandon El Edinburg, Texas | Robert R Vela H S Edinburg, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1461 of 4,686 | #511 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #21934 of 50,301 | #6421 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 605 | 2,101 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 2,101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.7% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 78% |
| city | Edinburg | Edinburg |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Robert R Vela H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.6 vs 54.6).
- •Robert R Vela H S does better on math proficiency (78% vs 60%).
- •Escandon El does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 50%).
- •Robert R Vela H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.7% vs 78.7%).
- •Robert R Vela H S does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 15.9).
- •Robert R Vela H S is the larger school with 2,101 students compared with 605.
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 Escandon El better than Robert R Vela H S?
On the Success Index (US), Robert R Vela H S ranks higher (57.6 vs 54.6 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 Escandon El and Robert R Vela H S?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Edinburg and Edinburg in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Escandon El: 605. Robert R Vela H S: 2,101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Escandon El and Robert R Vela H S rank in Texas?
Escandon El is 1461st of 4,686 and Robert R Vela H S is 511th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).