Jay H S vs Lighthouse Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jay H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,118 students
Lighthouse Middle
San Antonio · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
101 students
| Measure | Jay H S San Antonio, Texas | Lighthouse Middle San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1279 of 1,419 | #1551 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #13458 of 16,910 | #13018 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,118 | 101 |
| Enrollment | 2,118 | 101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 37% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jay H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 24.1).
- •Lighthouse Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Jay H S does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Jay H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.7% vs 92.1%).
- •Jay H S does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 25.3).
- •Jay H S is the larger school with 2,118 students compared with 101.
- •Jay H S is a public school while Lighthouse Middle 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 Jay H S better than Lighthouse Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jay H S ranks higher (29.4 vs 24.1 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 Jay H S and Lighthouse Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jay H S: 2,118. Lighthouse Middle: 101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jay H S and Lighthouse Middle rank in Texas?
Jay H S is 1279th of 1,419 and Lighthouse Middle is 1551st of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).