Lancaster H S vs West Main El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lancaster H S
Lancaster · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,255 students
West Main El
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
601 students
| Measure | Lancaster H S Lancaster, Texas | West Main El Lancaster, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #936 of 1,419 | #2293 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #10101 of 16,910 | #28889 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,255 | 601 |
| Enrollment | 2,255 | 601 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 52% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Main El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 43.4).
- •Lancaster H S does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •West Main El does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Lancaster H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 80.7%).
- •Lancaster H S does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.4).
- •Lancaster H S is the larger school with 2,255 students compared with 601.
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 Lancaster H S better than West Main El?
On the Success Index (US), West Main El ranks higher (44.6 vs 43.4 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 Lancaster H S and West Main El?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lancaster H S: 2,255. West Main El: 601. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lancaster H S and West Main El rank in Texas?
Lancaster H S is 936th of 1,419 and West Main El is 2293rd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).