Macarthur H S vs Vardeman Ec/PK/K
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macarthur H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,501 students
Vardeman Ec/PK/K
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
624 students
| Measure | Macarthur H S Houston, Texas | Vardeman Ec/PK/K Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1414 of 1,419 | #4482 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #16459 of 16,910 | #45560 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 3,501 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 3,501 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 10% | – |
| Math proficiency | 10% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vardeman Ec/PK/K scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 11.8).
- •Macarthur H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 94.2%).
- •Vardeman Ec/PK/K does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.4).
- •Macarthur H S is the larger school with 3,501 students compared with 624.
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 Macarthur H S better than Vardeman Ec/PK/K?
On the Success Index (US), Vardeman Ec/PK/K ranks higher (18.9 vs 11.8 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 Macarthur H S and Vardeman Ec/PK/K?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macarthur H S: 3,501. Vardeman Ec/PK/K: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macarthur H S and Vardeman Ec/PK/K rank in Texas?
Macarthur H S is 1414th of 1,419 and Vardeman Ec/PK/K is 4482nd of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).