Lamar El vs Sterling H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamar El
Baytown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
498 students
Sterling H S
Baytown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,150 students
| Measure | Lamar El Baytown, Texas | Sterling H S Baytown, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3106 of 4,686 | #871 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #34521 of 50,301 | #9517 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 498 | 2,150 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 2,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.8% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 62% |
| city | Baytown | Baytown |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sterling H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 36.2).
- •Sterling H S does better on math proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Sterling H S does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Sterling H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 87.8%).
- •Lamar El does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.7).
- •Sterling H S is the larger school with 2,150 students compared with 498.
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 Lamar El better than Sterling H S?
On the Success Index (US), Sterling H S ranks higher (45.8 vs 36.2 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 Lamar El and Sterling H S?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Baytown and Baytown in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar El: 498. Sterling H S: 2,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar El and Sterling H S rank in Texas?
Lamar El is 3106th of 4,686 and Sterling H S is 871st of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).