Beta Academy vs Garfield El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beta Academy
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
1,032 students
Garfield El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
537 students
| Measure | Beta Academy Houston, Texas | Garfield El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4178 of 4,686 | #3465 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #42212 of 50,301 | #36975 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 1,032 | 537 |
| Enrollment | 1,032 | 537 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garfield El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.4 vs 24.1).
- •Beta Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74% vs 87.5%).
- •Garfield El does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 22.9).
- •Beta Academy is the larger school with 1,032 students compared with 537.
- •Beta Academy is a charter school while Garfield El is a public 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 Beta Academy better than Garfield El?
On the Success Index (US), Garfield El ranks higher (32.4 vs 24.1 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 Beta Academy and Garfield El?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beta Academy: 1,032. Garfield El: 537. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beta Academy and Garfield El rank in Texas?
Beta Academy is 4178th of 4,686 and Garfield El is 3465th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).