Benavides El vs Gonzalez El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 77 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benavides El
Brownsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
818 students
Gonzalez El
McAllen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
818 students
| Measure | Benavides El Brownsville, Texas | Gonzalez El McAllen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1451 of 4,686 | #331 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #21783 of 50,301 | #5601 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 818 | 818 |
| Enrollment | 818 | 818 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.9% | 28.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 75% |
| city | Brownsville | McAllen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gonzalez El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.9 vs 54.8).
- •Gonzalez El does better on math proficiency (75% vs 66%).
- •Gonzalez El does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 53%).
- •Gonzalez El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.1% vs 78.9%).
- •Benavides El does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.4).
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 Benavides El better than Gonzalez El?
On the Success Index (US), Gonzalez El ranks higher (78.9 vs 54.8 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 Benavides El and Gonzalez El?
About 77 km in a straight line, between Brownsville and McAllen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benavides El: 818. Gonzalez El: 818. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benavides El and Gonzalez El rank in Texas?
Benavides El is 1451st of 4,686 and Gonzalez El is 331st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).