Harris J R El vs Milby H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 872 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harris J R El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
288 students
Milby H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,126 students
| Measure | Harris J R El Houston, Texas | Milby H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3944 of 4,686 | #1364 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #40322 of 50,301 | #14659 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 288 | 2,126 |
| Enrollment | 288 | 2,126 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.2% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 31% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harris J R El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 23.6).
- •Harris J R El does better on math proficiency (36% vs 31%).
- •Milby H S does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Milby H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.9% vs 96.2%).
- •Harris J R El does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 19.0).
- •Milby H S is the larger school with 2,126 students compared with 288.
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 Harris J R El better than Milby H S?
On the Success Index (US), Harris J R El ranks higher (27.1 vs 23.6 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 Harris J R El and Milby H S?
About 872 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harris J R El: 288. Milby H S: 2,126. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harris J R El and Milby H S rank in Texas?
Harris J R El is 3944th of 4,686 and Milby H S is 1364th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).