McRae El vs Polytechnic H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McRae El
Fort Worth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
543 students
Polytechnic H S
Fort Worth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,375 students
| Measure | McRae El Fort Worth, Texas | Polytechnic H S Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4281 of 4,686 | #1338 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #43231 of 50,301 | #14171 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 543 | 1,375 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 1,375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.4% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 15% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 43% |
| city | Fort Worth | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polytechnic H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 22.6).
- •Polytechnic H S does better on math proficiency (43% vs 33%).
- •McRae El does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 15%).
- •Polytechnic H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.3% vs 95.4%).
- •McRae El does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 17.0).
- •Polytechnic H S is the larger school with 1,375 students compared with 543.
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 McRae El better than Polytechnic H S?
On the Success Index (US), Polytechnic H S ranks higher (26.1 vs 22.6 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 McRae El and Polytechnic H S?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fort Worth and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McRae El: 543. Polytechnic H S: 1,375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McRae El and Polytechnic H S rank in Texas?
McRae El is 4281st of 4,686 and Polytechnic H S is 1338th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).