Brandon El vs Pineywoods Community Academy H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandon El
Lufkin ยท Public elementary ยท Grades 3โ5
386 students
Pineywoods Community Academy H S
Lufkin ยท Charter high ยท Grades 9โ12
289 students
| Measure | Brandon El Lufkin, Texas | Pineywoods Community Academy H S Lufkin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2065 of 4,686 | #179 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #27197 of 50,301 | #2702 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3โ5 | Grades 9โ12 |
| Students | 386 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.2% | 44.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 82% |
| city | Lufkin | Lufkin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขPineywoods Community Academy H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 46.9).
- โขPineywoods Community Academy H S does better on math proficiency (82% vs 49%).
- โขPineywoods Community Academy H S does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 49%).
- โขPineywoods Community Academy H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.6% vs 78.2%).
- โขBrandon El does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.2).
- โขBrandon El is the larger school with 386 students compared with 289.
- โขBrandon El is a public school while Pineywoods Community Academy H S is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Pineywoods Community Academy H S?
On the Success Index (US), Pineywoods Community Academy H S ranks higher (72.5 vs 46.9 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 Pineywoods Community Academy H S?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Lufkin and Lufkin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandon El: 386. Pineywoods Community Academy H S: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandon El and Pineywoods Community Academy H S rank in Texas?
Brandon El is 2065th of 4,686 and Pineywoods Community Academy H S is 179th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).