Bob and Lola Sanford El vs Howe Int
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 8.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bob and Lola Sanford El
Van Alstyne · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
562 students
Howe Int
Howe · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
298 students
| Measure | Bob and Lola Sanford El Van Alstyne, Texas | Howe Int Howe, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #995 of 4,686 | #1972 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #16296 of 50,301 | #26429 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 562 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | 57% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Van Alstyne | Howe |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 48.1).
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.5% vs 57%).
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.7).
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El is the larger school with 562 students compared with 298.
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 Bob and Lola Sanford El better than Howe Int?
On the Success Index (US), Bob and Lola Sanford El ranks higher (62.7 vs 48.1 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 Bob and Lola Sanford El and Howe Int?
About 8.6 km in a straight line, between Van Alstyne and Howe in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bob and Lola Sanford El: 562. Howe Int: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bob and Lola Sanford El and Howe Int rank in Texas?
Bob and Lola Sanford El is 995th of 4,686 and Howe Int is 1972nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).