Lake Highlands H S vs Wallace El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Highlands H S
Dallas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,972 students
Wallace El
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
| Measure | Lake Highlands H S Dallas, Texas | Wallace El Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #766 of 1,419 | #2089 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #8629 of 16,910 | #27338 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,972 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 2,972 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.8% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 51% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Highlands H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.1 vs 46.8).
- •Wallace El does better on math proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •Lake Highlands H S does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 38%).
- •Lake Highlands H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 55.7%).
- •Lake Highlands H S does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Lake Highlands H S is the larger school with 2,972 students compared with 654.
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 Lake Highlands H S better than Wallace El?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Highlands H S ranks higher (49.1 vs 46.8 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 Lake Highlands H S and Wallace El?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Highlands H S: 2,972. Wallace El: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Highlands H S and Wallace El rank in Texas?
Lake Highlands H S is 766th of 1,419 and Wallace El is 2089th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).