McCallum H S vs Ridgetop El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCallum H S
Austin · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,897 students
Ridgetop El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
396 students
| Measure | McCallum H S Austin, Texas | Ridgetop El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #104 of 1,419 | #801 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #1858 of 16,910 | #13518 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,897 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 1,897 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23% | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 47% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCallum H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 66.9).
- •McCallum H S does better on math proficiency (77% vs 47%).
- •McCallum H S does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Ridgetop El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.4% vs 23%).
- •Ridgetop El does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.9).
- •McCallum H S is the larger school with 1,897 students compared with 396.
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 McCallum H S better than Ridgetop El?
On the Success Index (US), McCallum H S ranks higher (76.5 vs 66.9 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 McCallum H S and Ridgetop El?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCallum H S: 1,897. Ridgetop El: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCallum H S and Ridgetop El rank in Texas?
McCallum H S is 104th of 1,419 and Ridgetop El is 801st of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).