Gainesville H S vs Taylor H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 341 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gainesville H S
Gainesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
876 students
Taylor H S
Taylor · Public high · Grades 9–12
871 students
| Measure | Gainesville H S Gainesville, Texas | Taylor H S Taylor, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1167 of 1,419 | #1291 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12301 of 16,910 | #13564 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 876 | 871 |
| Enrollment | 876 | 871 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.1% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 19% |
| city | Gainesville | Taylor |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gainesville H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.5 vs 29.0).
- •Gainesville H S does better on math proficiency (34% vs 19%).
- •Taylor H S does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Gainesville H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.1% vs 64.8%).
- •Taylor H S does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.2).
- •Gainesville H S is the larger school with 876 students compared with 871.
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 Gainesville H S better than Taylor H S?
On the Success Index (US), Gainesville H S ranks higher (34.5 vs 29.0 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 Gainesville H S and Taylor H S?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Gainesville and Taylor in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gainesville H S: 876. Taylor H S: 871. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gainesville H S and Taylor H S rank in Texas?
Gainesville H S is 1167th of 1,419 and Taylor H S is 1291st of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).