Black El vs Parmer Lane El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 226 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
Parmer Lane El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
| Measure | Black El Houston, Texas | Parmer Lane El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3941 of 4,686 | #1770 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #40302 of 50,301 | #24699 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% | 75.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parmer Lane El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 27.1).
- •Parmer Lane El does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Parmer Lane El does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 30%).
- •Parmer Lane El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.6% vs 90.4%).
- •Parmer Lane El does better on students per teacher (12.8 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 Parmer Lane El?
On the Success Index (US), Parmer Lane El ranks higher (50.7 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 Parmer Lane El?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Houston and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black El: 488. Parmer Lane El: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black El and Parmer Lane El rank in Texas?
Black El is 3941st of 4,686 and Parmer Lane El is 1770th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).