Anderson El vs Tinsley El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
585 students
Tinsley El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
590 students
| Measure | Anderson El Houston, Texas | Tinsley El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4287 of 4,686 | #4305 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43311 of 50,301 | #43556 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 585 | 590 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 98.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 43% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.4 vs 22.1).
- •Tinsley El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Anderson El does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Anderson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 98.5%).
- •Anderson El does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 17.9).
- •Tinsley El is the larger school with 590 students compared with 585.
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 Anderson El better than Tinsley El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Anderson El and Tinsley El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson El: 585. Tinsley El: 590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson El and Tinsley El rank in Texas?
Anderson El is 4287th of 4,686 and Tinsley El is 4305th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).