Brandon El vs Central El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandon El
Lufkin · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
386 students
Central El
Pollok · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
633 students
| Measure | Brandon El Lufkin, Texas | Central El Pollok, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2065 of 4,686 | #2884 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #27197 of 50,301 | #32937 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 386 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.2% | 65.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 38% |
| city | Lufkin | Pollok |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brandon El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.9 vs 38.5).
- •Brandon El does better on math proficiency (49% vs 38%).
- •Brandon El does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •Central El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 78.2%).
- •Brandon El does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 17.1).
- •Central El is the larger school with 633 students compared with 386.
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 Brandon El better than Central El?
On the Success Index (US), Brandon El ranks higher (46.9 vs 38.5 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 Brandon El and Central El?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Lufkin and Pollok in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandon El: 386. Central El: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandon El and Central El rank in Texas?
Brandon El is 2065th of 4,686 and Central El is 2884th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).