Rivera Early College H S vs Sterling H S
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 489 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rivera Early College H S
Brownsville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,150 students
Sterling H S
Baytown · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,150 students
| Measure | Rivera Early College H S Brownsville, Texas | Sterling H S Baytown, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #994 of 1,419 | #871 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #10643 of 16,910 | #9517 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,150 | 2,150 |
| Enrollment | 2,150 | 2,150 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.4% | 71% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 62% |
| city | Brownsville | Baytown |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sterling H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 41.3).
- •Rivera Early College H S does better on math proficiency (64% vs 62%).
- •Sterling H S does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 41%).
- •Sterling H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 94.4%).
- •Rivera Early College H S does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 16.7).
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 Rivera Early College H S better than Sterling H S?
On the Success Index (US), Sterling H S ranks higher (45.8 vs 41.3 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 Rivera Early College H S and Sterling H S?
About 489 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and Baytown in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rivera Early College H S: 2,150. Sterling H S: 2,150. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rivera Early College H S and Sterling H S rank in Texas?
Rivera Early College H S is 994th of 1,419 and Sterling H S is 871st of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).