South Houston H S vs Southeast El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Houston H S
So Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,185 students
Southeast El
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
816 students
| Measure | South Houston H S So Houston, Texas | Southeast El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1033 of 1,419 | #4036 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11075 of 16,910 | #41105 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,185 | 816 |
| Enrollment | 2,185 | 816 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 84.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 59% | – |
| city | So Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Houston H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 26.0).
- •Southeast El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.7% vs 85.3%).
- •South Houston H S does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.7).
- •South Houston H S is the larger school with 2,185 students compared with 816.
- •South Houston H S is a public school while Southeast El is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 South Houston H S better than Southeast El?
On the Success Index (US), South Houston H S ranks higher (39.5 vs 26.0 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 South Houston H S and Southeast El?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between So Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Houston H S: 2,185. Southeast El: 816. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Houston H S and Southeast El rank in Texas?
South Houston H S is 1033rd of 1,419 and Southeast El is 4036th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).