Goose Creek Memorial vs Sterling H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goose Creek Memorial
Baytown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,335 students
Sterling H S
Baytown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,150 students
| Measure | Goose Creek Memorial Baytown, Texas | Sterling H S Baytown, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1125 of 1,419 | #871 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #11813 of 16,910 | #9517 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,335 | 2,150 |
| Enrollment | 2,335 | 2,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 62% |
| city | Baytown | Baytown |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sterling H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 36.6).
- •Sterling H S does better on math proficiency (62% vs 35%).
- •Sterling H S does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Goose Creek Memorial does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 71%).
- •Goose Creek Memorial does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.7).
- •Goose Creek Memorial is the larger school with 2,335 students compared with 2,150.
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 Goose Creek Memorial better than Sterling H S?
On the Success Index (US), Sterling H S ranks higher (45.8 vs 36.6 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 Goose Creek Memorial and Sterling H S?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Baytown and Baytown in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Goose Creek Memorial: 2,335. Sterling H S: 2,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Goose Creek Memorial and Sterling H S rank in Texas?
Goose Creek Memorial is 1125th of 1,419 and Sterling H S is 871st of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).