Benavidez El vs Pilgrim Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benavidez El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
782 students
Pilgrim Academy
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
1,233 students
| Measure | Benavidez El Houston, Texas | Pilgrim Academy Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4448 of 4,686 | #3669 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #45073 of 50,301 | #38353 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 782 | 1,233 |
| Enrollment | 782 | 1,233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 97.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 53% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pilgrim Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.3 vs 19.6).
- •Pilgrim Academy does better on math proficiency (53% vs 36%).
- •Pilgrim Academy does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •Pilgrim Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.6% vs 99.6%).
- •Benavidez El does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 18.4).
- •Pilgrim Academy is the larger school with 1,233 students compared with 782.
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 Benavidez El better than Pilgrim Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Pilgrim Academy ranks higher (30.3 vs 19.6 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 Benavidez El and Pilgrim Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benavidez El: 782. Pilgrim Academy: 1,233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benavidez El and Pilgrim Academy rank in Texas?
Benavidez El is 4448th of 4,686 and Pilgrim Academy is 3669th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).