Bob and Lola Sanford El vs Van Alstyne Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 259 m 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
Van Alstyne Middle
Van Alstyne · Public middle · Grades 5–6
433 students
| Measure | Bob and Lola Sanford El Van Alstyne, Texas | Van Alstyne Middle Van Alstyne, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #995 of 4,686 | #213 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #16296 of 50,301 | #2588 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 562 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.5% | 22.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Van Alstyne | Van Alstyne |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Van Alstyne Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 62.7).
- •Van Alstyne Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.6% vs 26.5%).
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 14.9).
- •Bob and Lola Sanford El is the larger school with 562 students compared with 433.
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 Van Alstyne Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Van Alstyne Middle ranks higher (73.8 vs 62.7 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 Van Alstyne Middle?
About 259 m in a straight line, between Van Alstyne and Van Alstyne in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bob and Lola Sanford El: 562. Van Alstyne Middle: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bob and Lola Sanford El and Van Alstyne Middle rank in Texas?
Bob and Lola Sanford El is 995th of 4,686 and Van Alstyne Middle is 213th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).