Best El vs Johnson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 350 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Best El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–4
655 students
Johnson El
Forney · Public elementary · Grades K–4
655 students
| Measure | Best El Houston, Texas | Johnson El Forney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4265 of 4,686 | #304 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43127 of 50,301 | #5031 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 655 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 31.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 76% |
| city | Houston | Forney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Johnson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.9 vs 22.7).
- •Johnson El does better on math proficiency (76% vs 33%).
- •Johnson El does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 18%).
- •Johnson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.6% vs 93%).
- •Best El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.2).
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 Best El better than Johnson El?
On the Success Index (US), Johnson El ranks higher (79.9 vs 22.7 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 Best El and Johnson El?
About 350 km in a straight line, between Houston and Forney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Best El: 655. Johnson El: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Best El and Johnson El rank in Texas?
Best El is 4265th of 4,686 and Johnson El is 304th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).