Long Academy vs Yates H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Long Academy
Houston · Public high · Grades 6–12
680 students
Yates H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
685 students
| Measure | Long Academy Houston, Texas | Yates H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1335 of 1,419 | #1369 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #14128 of 16,910 | #14753 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 680 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 680 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.8% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 22% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Long Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.3 vs 23.1).
- •Long Academy does better on math proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •Long Academy does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Yates H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 98.8%).
- •Yates H S does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.9).
- •Yates H S is the larger school with 685 students compared with 680.
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 Long Academy better than Yates H S?
On the Success Index (US), Long Academy ranks higher (26.3 vs 23.1 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 Long Academy and Yates H S?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Long Academy: 680. Yates H S: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Long Academy and Yates H S rank in Texas?
Long Academy is 1335th of 1,419 and Yates H S is 1369th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).