Madison H S vs Petersen El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,588 students
Petersen El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
357 students
| Measure | Madison H S Houston, Texas | Petersen El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,419 | #3879 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13846 of 16,910 | #39760 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,588 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 1,588 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 96.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.6 vs 28.1).
- •Petersen El does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Petersen El does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Madison H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 96.1%).
- •Madison H S does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.9).
- •Madison H S is the larger school with 1,588 students compared with 357.
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 Madison H S better than Petersen 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 Madison H S and Petersen El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison H S: 1,588. Petersen El: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison H S and Petersen El rank in Texas?
Madison H S is 1316th of 1,419 and Petersen El is 3879th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).