Gatesville H S vs Hardin-Jefferson H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 350 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gatesville H S
Gatesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
782 students
Hardin-Jefferson H S
Sour Lake · Public high · Grades 9–12
782 students
| Measure | Gatesville H S Gatesville, Texas | Hardin-Jefferson H S Sour Lake, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,419 | #156 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #8794 of 16,910 | #2505 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 782 | 782 |
| Enrollment | 782 | 782 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 32.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 72% |
| city | Gatesville | Sour Lake |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Jefferson H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.3 vs 48.4).
- •Hardin-Jefferson H S does better on math proficiency (72% vs 33%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson H S does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 40%).
- •Hardin-Jefferson H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.9% vs 40%).
- •Gatesville H S does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.5).
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 Gatesville H S better than Hardin-Jefferson H S?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Jefferson H S ranks higher (73.3 vs 48.4 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 Gatesville H S and Hardin-Jefferson H S?
About 350 km in a straight line, between Gatesville and Sour Lake in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gatesville H S: 782. Hardin-Jefferson H S: 782. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gatesville H S and Hardin-Jefferson H S rank in Texas?
Gatesville H S is 785th of 1,419 and Hardin-Jefferson H S is 156th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).