Best El vs Kipp Shine Prep
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.
Best El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–4
655 students
Kipp Shine Prep
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
920 students
| Measure | Best El Houston, Texas | Kipp Shine Prep Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4265 of 4,686 | #1465 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43127 of 50,301 | #21953 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 655 | 920 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 920 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 78% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Shine Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 22.7).
- •Kipp Shine Prep does better on math proficiency (78% vs 33%).
- •Kipp Shine Prep does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 18%).
- •Best El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 95%).
- •Best El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 24.2).
- •Kipp Shine Prep is the larger school with 920 students compared with 655.
- •Best El is a public school while Kipp Shine Prep 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 Shine Prep?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Shine Prep ranks higher (54.6 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 Shine Prep?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Best El: 655. Kipp Shine Prep: 920. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Best El and Kipp Shine Prep rank in Texas?
Best El is 4265th of 4,686 and Kipp Shine Prep is 1465th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).