Mexia H S vs Wheatley H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 241 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mexia H S
Mexia · Public high · Grades 9–12
535 students
Wheatley H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
537 students
| Measure | Mexia H S Mexia, Texas | Wheatley H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1214 of 1,419 | #1292 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #12843 of 16,910 | #13566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 535 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.4% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Mexia | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mexia H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 29.0).
- •Wheatley H S does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Mexia H S does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Mexia H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.4% vs 96.5%).
- •Wheatley H S does better on students per teacher (9.3 vs 13.4).
- •Wheatley H S is the larger school with 537 students compared with 535.
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 Mexia H S better than Wheatley H S?
On the Success Index (US), Mexia H S ranks higher (32.2 vs 29.0 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 Mexia H S and Wheatley H S?
About 241 km in a straight line, between Mexia and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mexia H S: 535. Wheatley H S: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mexia H S and Wheatley H S rank in Texas?
Mexia H S is 1214th of 1,419 and Wheatley H S is 1292nd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).