George Bush H S vs Houston Classical
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.
George Bush H S
Richmond · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,428 students
Houston Classical
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
342 students
| Measure | George Bush H S Richmond, Texas | Houston Classical Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1067 of 1,419 | #3963 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11300 of 16,910 | #40457 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,428 | 342 |
| Enrollment | 2,428 | 342 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 73.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Richmond | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George Bush H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 26.9).
- •George Bush H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.1% vs 73.7%).
- •George Bush H S does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 20.1).
- •George Bush H S is the larger school with 2,428 students compared with 342.
- •George Bush H S is a public school while Houston Classical is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 George Bush H S better than Houston Classical?
On the Success Index (US), George Bush H S ranks higher (38.6 vs 26.9 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 George Bush H S and Houston Classical?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Bush H S: 2,428. Houston Classical: 342. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Bush H S and Houston Classical rank in Texas?
George Bush H S is 1067th of 1,419 and Houston Classical is 3963rd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).