Harlingen H S - South vs Jefferson El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlingen H S - South
Harlingen · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,019 students
Jefferson El
Harlingen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
259 students
| Measure | Harlingen H S - South Harlingen, Texas | Jefferson El Harlingen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1168 of 1,419 | #2885 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12302 of 16,910 | #32952 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,019 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 2,019 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.9% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 57% |
| city | Harlingen | Harlingen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 34.5).
- •Jefferson El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 44.5%).
- •Jefferson El does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 18%).
- •Harlingen H S - South does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.9% vs 94.2%).
- •Harlingen H S - South does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.2).
- •Harlingen H S - South is the larger school with 2,019 students compared with 259.
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 Harlingen H S - South better than Jefferson El?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson El ranks higher (38.5 vs 34.5 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 Harlingen H S - South and Jefferson El?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Harlingen and Harlingen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harlingen H S - South: 2,019. Jefferson El: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harlingen H S - South and Jefferson El rank in Texas?
Harlingen H S - South is 1168th of 1,419 and Jefferson El is 2885th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).