Los Fresnos H S vs Palmer-Laakso El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Los Fresnos H S
Los Fresnos · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,285 students
Palmer-Laakso El
San Benito · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
582 students
| Measure | Los Fresnos H S Los Fresnos, Texas | Palmer-Laakso El San Benito, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #556 of 1,419 | #1387 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #6781 of 16,910 | #21107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 3,285 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 3,285 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.5% | 75.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 65% |
| city | Los Fresnos | San Benito |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.1 vs 55.8).
- •Los Fresnos H S does better on math proficiency (74% vs 65%).
- •Los Fresnos H S does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Palmer-Laakso El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.4% vs 77.5%).
- •Palmer-Laakso El does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 15.9).
- •Los Fresnos H S is the larger school with 3,285 students compared with 582.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Fresnos H S better than Palmer-Laakso El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Los Fresnos H S and Palmer-Laakso El?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Los Fresnos and San Benito in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Los Fresnos H S: 3,285. Palmer-Laakso El: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Los Fresnos H S and Palmer-Laakso El rank in Texas?
Los Fresnos H S is 556th of 1,419 and Palmer-Laakso El is 1387th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).