Black El vs Carson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 318 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
488 students
Carson El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Black El Houston, Texas | Carson El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3941 of 4,686 | #707 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #40302 of 50,301 | #12120 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 488 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 61% |
| city | Houston | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 27.1).
- •Carson El does better on math proficiency (61% vs 35%).
- •Carson El does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 30%).
- •Carson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 90.4%).
- •Carson El does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.9).
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 Black El better than Carson El?
On the Success Index (US), Carson El ranks higher (68.8 vs 27.1 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 Black El and Carson El?
About 318 km in a straight line, between Houston and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black El: 488. Carson El: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black El and Carson El rank in Texas?
Black El is 3941st of 4,686 and Carson El is 707th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).