Paetow H S vs T H McDonald J H
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paetow H S
Katy · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,447 students
T H McDonald J H
Katy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
966 students
| Measure | Paetow H S Katy, Texas | T H McDonald J H Katy, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #564 of 1,419 | #551 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #6849 of 16,910 | #6041 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,447 | 966 |
| Enrollment | 3,447 | 966 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.7% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 58% |
| city | Katy | Katy |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •T H McDonald J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.4 vs 55.8).
- •T H McDonald J H does better on math proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Paetow H S does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •Paetow H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.7% vs 72.7%).
- •T H McDonald J H does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.9).
- •Paetow H S is the larger school with 3,447 students compared with 966.
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 Paetow H S better than T H McDonald J H?
On the Success Index (US), T H McDonald J H ranks higher (57.4 vs 55.8 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 Paetow H S and T H McDonald J H?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Katy and Katy in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paetow H S: 3,447. T H McDonald J H: 966. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paetow H S and T H McDonald J H rank in Texas?
Paetow H S is 564th of 1,419 and T H McDonald J H is 551st of 1,684 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).