Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy vs West Mesquite H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy
Balch Springs · Charter high · Grades 6–12
618 students
West Mesquite H S
Mesquite · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,997 students
| Measure | Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy Balch Springs, Texas | West Mesquite H S Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1359 of 1,419 | #949 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #14574 of 16,910 | #10216 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 618 | 1,997 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 1,997 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 56% |
| city | Balch Springs | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Mesquite H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 24.0).
- •West Mesquite H S does better on math proficiency (56% vs 37%).
- •West Mesquite H S does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 21%).
- •West Mesquite H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.9% vs 93.4%).
- •West Mesquite H S does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.7).
- •West Mesquite H S is the larger school with 1,997 students compared with 618.
- •Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy is a charter school while West Mesquite H S is a public 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 Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy better than West Mesquite H S?
On the Success Index (US), West Mesquite H S ranks higher (43.0 vs 24.0 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 Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy and West Mesquite H S?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Balch Springs and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy: 618. West Mesquite H S: 1,997. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy and West Mesquite H S rank in Texas?
Kipp Pleasant Grove Leadership Academy is 1359th of 1,419 and West Mesquite H S is 949th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).