Jackson El vs Memorial H S
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.
Jackson El
McAllen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
548 students
Memorial H S
McAllen · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,021 students
| Measure | Jackson El McAllen, Texas | Memorial H S McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1824 of 4,686 | #860 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #25091 of 50,301 | #9454 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 548 | 2,021 |
| Enrollment | 548 | 2,021 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 44% |
| city | McAllen | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.1 vs 46.0).
- •Jackson El does better on math proficiency (59% vs 44%).
- •Jackson El does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 46%).
- •Memorial H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 92%).
- •Memorial H S does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.1).
- •Memorial H S is the larger school with 2,021 students compared with 548.
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 Jackson El better than Memorial H S?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson El ranks higher (50.1 vs 46.0 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 Jackson El and Memorial H S?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between McAllen and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson El: 548. Memorial H S: 2,021. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson El and Memorial H S rank in Texas?
Jackson El is 1824th of 4,686 and Memorial H S is 860th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).