Stratford H S vs Thornwood El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 433 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Stratford H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,394 students
Thornwood El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
391 students
| Measure | Stratford H S Houston, Texas | Thornwood El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #466 of 1,419 | #4512 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #5986 of 16,910 | #45987 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,394 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 2,394 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 26% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stratford H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 18.2).
- •Stratford H S does better on math proficiency (40% vs 26%).
- •Stratford H S does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 27%).
- •Stratford H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 89.5%).
- •Thornwood El does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 19.2).
- •Stratford H S is the larger school with 2,394 students compared with 391.
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 Stratford H S better than Thornwood El?
On the Success Index (US), Stratford H S ranks higher (59.3 vs 18.2 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 Stratford H S and Thornwood El?
About 433 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Stratford H S: 2,394. Thornwood El: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Stratford H S and Thornwood El rank in Texas?
Stratford H S is 466th of 1,419 and Thornwood El is 4512th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).