Best El vs Kipp Academy 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.
Best El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–4
655 students
Kipp Academy Middle
Houston · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
508 students
| Measure | Best El Houston, Texas | Kipp Academy Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4265 of 4,686 | #696 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #43127 of 50,301 | #7281 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 655 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 65% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Academy Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 22.7).
- •Kipp Academy Middle does better on math proficiency (65% vs 33%).
- •Kipp Academy Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 18%).
- •Kipp Academy Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 93%).
- •Best El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 25.4).
- •Best El is the larger school with 655 students compared with 508.
- •Best El is a public school while Kipp Academy Middle is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Kipp Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Academy Middle ranks higher (51.6 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 Kipp Academy Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Best El: 655. Kipp Academy Middle: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Best El and Kipp Academy Middle rank in Texas?
Best El is 4265th of 4,686 and Kipp Academy Middle is 696th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).