Nimitz H S vs Spring Early College Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nimitz H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,651 students
Spring Early College Academy
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
391 students
| Measure | Nimitz H S Houston, Texas | Spring Early College Academy Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1410 of 1,419 | #442 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #16101 of 16,910 | #5750 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,651 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 2,651 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 62% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Spring Early College Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 14.7).
- •Spring Early College Academy does better on math proficiency (62% vs 7.5%).
- •Spring Early College Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 17%).
- •Spring Early College Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 78.3%).
- •Nimitz H S does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 18.6).
- •Nimitz H S is the larger school with 2,651 students compared with 391.
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 Nimitz H S better than Spring Early College Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Spring Early College Academy ranks higher (60.2 vs 14.7 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 Nimitz H S and Spring Early College Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nimitz H S: 2,651. Spring Early College Academy: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nimitz H S and Spring Early College Academy rank in Texas?
Nimitz H S is 1410th of 1,419 and Spring Early College Academy is 442nd of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).