North Mesquite H S vs Poteet H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Mesquite H S
Mesquite · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,099 students
Poteet H S
Mesquite · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,523 students
| Measure | North Mesquite H S Mesquite, Texas | Poteet H S Mesquite, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #827 of 1,419 | #740 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #9165 of 16,910 | #8410 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,099 | 1,523 |
| Enrollment | 2,099 | 1,523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 64.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 56% |
| city | Mesquite | Mesquite |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poteet H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 47.1).
- •North Mesquite H S does better on math proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Poteet H S does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 45%).
- •Poteet H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 81.8%).
- •Poteet H S does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 13.9).
- •North Mesquite H S is the larger school with 2,099 students compared with 1,523.
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 North Mesquite H S better than Poteet H S?
On the Success Index (US), Poteet H S ranks higher (49.9 vs 47.1 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 North Mesquite H S and Poteet H S?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Mesquite and Mesquite in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Mesquite H S: 2,099. Poteet H S: 1,523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Mesquite H S and Poteet H S rank in Texas?
North Mesquite H S is 827th of 1,419 and Poteet H S is 740th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).