Highland Forest El vs Somerset Academy Brooks
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.
Highland Forest El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
Somerset Academy Brooks
San Antonio · Charter other · Grades PK–12
1,227 students
| Measure | Highland Forest El San Antonio, Texas | Somerset Academy Brooks San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4468 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #45394 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 694 | 1,227 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 1,227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 74.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Forest El does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Somerset Academy Brooks does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Somerset Academy Brooks does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 80.8%).
- •Highland Forest El does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.7).
- •Somerset Academy Brooks is the larger school with 1,227 students compared with 694.
- •Highland Forest El is a public school while Somerset Academy Brooks is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Highland Forest El better than Somerset Academy Brooks?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Highland Forest El and Somerset Academy Brooks?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Forest El: 694. Somerset Academy Brooks: 1,227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Forest El and Somerset Academy Brooks rank in Texas?
Highland Forest El is 4468th of 4,686 and Somerset Academy Brooks is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).