La Feria Early College H S vs Mercedes H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 8.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Feria Early College H S
La Feria · Public high · Grades 9–12
901 students
Mercedes H S
Mercedes · Public high · Grades 9–12
903 students
| Measure | La Feria Early College H S La Feria, Texas | Mercedes H S Mercedes, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #834 of 1,419 | #1384 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #9233 of 16,910 | #15176 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 901 | 903 |
| Enrollment | 901 | 903 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 24% |
| city | La Feria | Mercedes |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Feria Early College H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 20.6).
- •La Feria Early College H S does better on math proficiency (63% vs 24%).
- •La Feria Early College H S does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 25%).
- •La Feria Early College H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.9% vs 92%).
- •La Feria Early College H S does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.1).
- •Mercedes H S is the larger school with 903 students compared with 901.
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 La Feria Early College H S better than Mercedes H S?
On the Success Index (US), La Feria Early College H S ranks higher (46.8 vs 20.6 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 La Feria Early College H S and Mercedes H S?
About 8.3 km in a straight line, between La Feria and Mercedes in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Feria Early College H S: 901. Mercedes H S: 903. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Feria Early College H S and Mercedes H S rank in Texas?
La Feria Early College H S is 834th of 1,419 and Mercedes H S is 1384th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).