Macarthur H S vs Serna El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Macarthur H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,033 students
Serna El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
312 students
| Measure | Macarthur H S San Antonio, Texas | Serna El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #657 of 1,419 | #3864 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #7674 of 16,910 | #39666 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,033 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 2,033 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.8% | 87.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 25% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Macarthur H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.7 vs 28.3).
- •Macarthur H S does better on math proficiency (57% vs 25%).
- •Macarthur H S does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 28%).
- •Macarthur H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.8% vs 87.8%).
- •Serna El does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 16.0).
- •Macarthur H S is the larger school with 2,033 students compared with 312.
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 Macarthur H S better than Serna El?
On the Success Index (US), Macarthur H S ranks higher (52.7 vs 28.3 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 Serna El?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Macarthur H S: 2,033. Serna El: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Macarthur H S and Serna El rank in Texas?
Macarthur H S is 657th of 1,419 and Serna El is 3864th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).