Kipp Sunnyside H S vs South Early College H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Sunnyside H S
Houston · Charter high · Grades 9–12
622 students
South Early College H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
452 students
| Measure | Kipp Sunnyside H S Houston, Texas | South Early College H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1239 of 1,419 | #523 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #13116 of 16,910 | #6554 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 622 | 452 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 452 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 67% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Early College H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 31.0).
- •South Early College H S does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •South Early College H S does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •South Early College H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81% vs 91.5%).
- •Kipp Sunnyside H S does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.5).
- •Kipp Sunnyside H S is the larger school with 622 students compared with 452.
- •Kipp Sunnyside H S is a charter school while South Early College 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 Sunnyside H S better than South Early College H S?
On the Success Index (US), South Early College H S ranks higher (57.1 vs 31.0 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 Sunnyside H S and South Early College H S?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Sunnyside H S: 622. South Early College H S: 452. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Sunnyside H S and South Early College H S rank in Texas?
Kipp Sunnyside H S is 1239th of 1,419 and South Early College H S is 523rd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).