Gatesville H S vs South Texas ISD Health Professions
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 587 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
South Texas ISD Health Professions
Mercedes · Public high · Grades 9–12
781 students
| Measure | Gatesville H S Gatesville, Texas | South Texas ISD Health Professions Mercedes, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,419 | #455 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #8794 of 16,910 | #5859 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 782 | 781 |
| Enrollment | 782 | 781 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 44.5% |
| city | Gatesville | Mercedes |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Texas ISD Health Professions scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 48.4).
- •South Texas ISD Health Professions does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 33%).
- •South Texas ISD Health Professions does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 40%).
- •Gatesville H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 64.1%).
- •Gatesville H S does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 14.7).
- •Gatesville H S is the larger school with 782 students compared with 781.
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 South Texas ISD Health Professions?
On the Success Index (US), South Texas ISD Health Professions ranks higher (59.8 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 South Texas ISD Health Professions?
About 587 km in a straight line, between Gatesville and Mercedes in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gatesville H S: 782. South Texas ISD Health Professions: 781. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gatesville H S and South Texas ISD Health Professions rank in Texas?
Gatesville H S is 785th of 1,419 and South Texas ISD Health Professions is 455th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).