Hughes Springs J H vs South El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hughes Springs J H
Hughes Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
232 students
South El
Daingerfield · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
216 students
| Measure | Hughes Springs J H Hughes Springs, Texas | South El Daingerfield, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #484 of 1,684 | #3775 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #5392 of 15,369 | #39158 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 232 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 232 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 84.3% |
| Students per teacher | 8.9 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 36% |
| city | Hughes Springs | Daingerfield |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hughes Springs J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.4 vs 29.1).
- •Hughes Springs J H does better on math proficiency (44% vs 36%).
- •Hughes Springs J H does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Hughes Springs J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.7% vs 84.3%).
- •Hughes Springs J H does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 15.4).
- •Hughes Springs J H is the larger school with 232 students compared with 216.
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 Hughes Springs J H better than South El?
On the Success Index (US), Hughes Springs J H ranks higher (60.4 vs 29.1 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 Hughes Springs J H and South El?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Hughes Springs and Daingerfield in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hughes Springs J H: 232. South El: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hughes Springs J H and South El rank in Texas?
Hughes Springs J H is 484th of 1,684 and South El is 3775th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).