Best El vs Lake Country El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 399 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
Lake Country El
Fort Worth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
655 students
| Measure | Best El Houston, Texas | Lake Country El Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4265 of 4,686 | #920 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43127 of 50,301 | #15256 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 655 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 655 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 33.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | – |
| Math proficiency | 33% | – |
| city | Houston | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lake Country El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.3 vs 22.7).
- •Lake Country El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.4% vs 93%).
- •Best El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.6).
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 Lake Country El?
On the Success Index (US), Lake Country El ranks higher (64.3 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 Lake Country El?
About 399 km in a straight line, between Houston and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Best El: 655. Lake Country El: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Best El and Lake Country El rank in Texas?
Best El is 4265th of 4,686 and Lake Country El is 920th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).