Lamar H S vs Pope El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lamar H S
Arlington · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,457 students
Pope El
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
439 students
| Measure | Lamar H S Arlington, Texas | Pope El Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1220 of 1,419 | #2830 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12890 of 16,910 | #32575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 2,457 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 2,457 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.8% | 79.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 45% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pope El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.1 vs 32.0).
- •Pope El does better on math proficiency (45% vs 35%).
- •Lamar H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.8% vs 79.5%).
- •Pope El does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.9).
- •Lamar H S is the larger school with 2,457 students compared with 439.
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 H S better than Pope El?
On the Success Index (US), Pope El ranks higher (39.1 vs 32.0 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 Lamar H S and Pope El?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lamar H S: 2,457. Pope El: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lamar H S and Pope El rank in Texas?
Lamar H S is 1220th of 1,419 and Pope El is 2830th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).