South Houston H S vs Young El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.4 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
Young El
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
545 students
| Measure | South Houston H S So Houston, Texas | Young El Pasadena, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1033 of 1,419 | #3921 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11075 of 16,910 | #40124 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 2,185 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 2,185 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 33% |
| city | So Houston | Pasadena |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Houston H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 27.5).
- •South Houston H S does better on math proficiency (59% vs 33%).
- •South Houston H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 93.8%).
- •Young El does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.3).
- •South Houston H S is the larger school with 2,185 students compared with 545.
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 Young El?
On the Success Index (US), South Houston H S ranks higher (39.5 vs 27.5 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 Young El?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between So Houston and Pasadena in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Houston H S: 2,185. Young El: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Houston H S and Young El rank in Texas?
South Houston H S is 1033rd of 1,419 and Young El is 3921st of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).