Atherton El vs McReynolds Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atherton El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
McReynolds Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
297 students
| Measure | Atherton El Houston, Texas | McReynolds Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1990 of 4,686 | #1477 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #26585 of 50,301 | #12321 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 450 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 98% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Atherton El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 27.9).
- •Atherton El does better on math proficiency (54% vs 37%).
- •Atherton El does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 22%).
- •Atherton El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.9% vs 98%).
- •McReynolds Middle does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.5).
- •Atherton El is the larger school with 450 students compared with 297.
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 Atherton El better than McReynolds Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Atherton El ranks higher (47.8 vs 27.9 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 Atherton El and McReynolds Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Atherton El: 450. McReynolds Middle: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Atherton El and McReynolds Middle rank in Texas?
Atherton El is 1990th of 4,686 and McReynolds Middle is 1477th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).