John B Alexander H S vs United H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John B Alexander H S
Laredo · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,171 students
United H S
Laredo · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,463 students
| Measure | John B Alexander H S Laredo, Texas | United H S Laredo, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #460 of 1,419 | #389 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #5948 of 16,910 | #5298 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 3,171 | 3,463 |
| Enrollment | 3,171 | 3,463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.3% | 58.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 87% |
| city | Laredo | Laredo |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •United H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 59.4).
- •United H S does better on math proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •United H S does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 58%).
- •John B Alexander H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.3% vs 58.8%).
- •United H S does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.4).
- •United H S is the larger school with 3,463 students compared with 3,171.
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 John B Alexander H S better than United H S?
On the Success Index (US), United H S ranks higher (62.0 vs 59.4 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 John B Alexander H S and United H S?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Laredo and Laredo in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John B Alexander H S: 3,171. United H S: 3,463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John B Alexander H S and United H S rank in Texas?
John B Alexander H S is 460th of 1,419 and United H S is 389th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).