Black El vs MT Valley El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 266 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
MT Valley El
Canyon Lake · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Black El Houston, Texas | MT Valley El Canyon Lake, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3941 of 4,686 | #1011 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #40302 of 50,301 | #16536 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% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 53% |
| city | Houston | Canyon Lake |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MT Valley El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.4 vs 27.1).
- •MT Valley El does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •MT Valley El does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 30%).
- •MT Valley El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 90.4%).
- •MT Valley 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 MT Valley El?
On the Success Index (US), MT Valley El ranks higher (62.4 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 MT Valley El?
About 266 km in a straight line, between Houston and Canyon Lake in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black El: 488. MT Valley El: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black El and MT Valley El rank in Texas?
Black El is 3941st of 4,686 and MT Valley El is 1011th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).