Hidalgo Early College H S vs Wilbur E Lucas El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hidalgo Early College H S
Hidalgo · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,029 students
Wilbur E Lucas El
Pharr · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
530 students
| Measure | Hidalgo Early College H S Hidalgo, Texas | Wilbur E Lucas El Pharr, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1197 of 1,419 | #2008 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12629 of 16,910 | #26705 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,029 | 530 |
| Enrollment | 1,029 | 530 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Hidalgo | Pharr |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilbur E Lucas El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 33.1).
- •Wilbur E Lucas El does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Wilbur E Lucas El does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Hidalgo Early College H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.8% vs 93%).
- •Hidalgo Early College H S does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 18.9).
- •Hidalgo Early College H S is the larger school with 1,029 students compared with 530.
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 Hidalgo Early College H S better than Wilbur E Lucas El?
On the Success Index (US), Wilbur E Lucas El ranks higher (47.7 vs 33.1 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 Hidalgo Early College H S and Wilbur E Lucas El?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Hidalgo and Pharr in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hidalgo Early College H S: 1,029. Wilbur E Lucas El: 530. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hidalgo Early College H S and Wilbur E Lucas El rank in Texas?
Hidalgo Early College H S is 1197th of 1,419 and Wilbur E Lucas El is 2008th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).