Harlem El vs Highlands J H
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlem El
Baytown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
Highlands J H
Highlands · Public middle · Grades 6–8
885 students
| Measure | Harlem El Baytown, Texas | Highlands J H Highlands, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3528 of 4,686 | #897 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #37350 of 50,301 | #8609 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 575 | 885 |
| Enrollment | 575 | 885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 61% |
| city | Baytown | Highlands |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.5 vs 31.8).
- •Highlands J H does better on math proficiency (61% vs 43%).
- •Highlands J H does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Highlands J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 87.1%).
- •Harlem El does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.1).
- •Highlands J H is the larger school with 885 students compared with 575.
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 Harlem El better than Highlands J H?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands J H ranks higher (45.5 vs 31.8 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 Harlem El and Highlands J H?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Baytown and Highlands in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harlem El: 575. Highlands J H: 885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harlem El and Highlands J H rank in Texas?
Harlem El is 3528th of 4,686 and Highlands J H is 897th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).