Highlands H S vs Idea Eastside College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,478 students
Idea Eastside College Preparatory
San Antonio · Charter high · Grades 6–12
469 students
| Measure | Highlands H S San Antonio, Texas | Idea Eastside College Preparatory San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1306 of 1,419 | #988 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #13722 of 16,910 | #10582 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 1,478 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 1,478 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 88.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 44% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Eastside College Preparatory scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 28.2).
- •Idea Eastside College Preparatory does better on math proficiency (44% vs 38%).
- •Idea Eastside College Preparatory does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 23%).
- •Highlands H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 88.7%).
- •Idea Eastside College Preparatory does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 15.1).
- •Highlands H S is the larger school with 1,478 students compared with 469.
- •Highlands H S is a public school while Idea Eastside College Preparatory 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 Highlands H S better than Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Eastside College Preparatory ranks higher (41.5 vs 28.2 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 Highlands H S and Idea Eastside College Preparatory?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands H S: 1,478. Idea Eastside College Preparatory: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands H S and Idea Eastside College Preparatory rank in Texas?
Highlands H S is 1306th of 1,419 and Idea Eastside College Preparatory is 988th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).