Ward El vs Wylie H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ward El
Abilene · Public elementary · Grades K–5
502 students
Wylie H S
Abilene · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,537 students
| Measure | Ward El Abilene, Texas | Wylie H S Abilene, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1790 of 4,686 | #42 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #24858 of 50,301 | #1086 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 502 | 1,537 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 1,537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.8% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 76% |
| city | Abilene | Abilene |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wylie H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.3 vs 50.5).
- •Wylie H S does better on math proficiency (76% vs 45%).
- •Wylie H S does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 54%).
- •Wylie H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 57.8%).
- •Ward El does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 15.8).
- •Wylie H S is the larger school with 1,537 students compared with 502.
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 Ward El better than Wylie H S?
On the Success Index (US), Wylie H S ranks higher (81.3 vs 50.5 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 Ward El and Wylie H S?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Abilene and Abilene in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ward El: 502. Wylie H S: 1,537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ward El and Wylie H S rank in Texas?
Ward El is 1790th of 4,686 and Wylie H S is 42nd of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).