Holmes H S vs Powell El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,422 students
Powell El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
| Measure | Holmes H S San Antonio, Texas | Powell El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #897 of 1,419 | #2676 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9759 of 16,910 | #31606 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,422 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 2,422 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 84.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 47% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 40.5).
- •Holmes H S does better on math proficiency (58% vs 47%).
- •Holmes H S does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 38%).
- •Holmes H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 84.2%).
- •Powell El does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.4).
- •Holmes H S is the larger school with 2,422 students compared with 418.
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 Holmes H S better than Powell El?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes H S ranks higher (44.7 vs 40.5 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 Holmes H S and Powell El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes H S: 2,422. Powell El: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes H S and Powell El rank in Texas?
Holmes H S is 897th of 1,419 and Powell El is 2676th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).