Houston El vs Margil El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 371 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston El
Harlingen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
420 students
Margil El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
420 students
| Measure | Houston El Harlingen, Texas | Margil El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2235 of 4,686 | #4334 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #28473 of 50,301 | #43913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 420 | 420 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 96.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 33% |
| city | Harlingen | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houston El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 21.5).
- •Houston El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 33%).
- •Houston El does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Houston El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.7% vs 96.9%).
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 Houston El better than Margil El?
On the Success Index (US), Houston El ranks higher (45.2 vs 21.5 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 Houston El and Margil El?
About 371 km in a straight line, between Harlingen and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston El: 420. Margil El: 420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston El and Margil El rank in Texas?
Houston El is 2235th of 4,686 and Margil El is 4334th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).