Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col vs Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col
Bryan · Charter elementary · Grades PK–7
149 students
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena
Pasadena · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
147 students
| Measure | Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col Bryan, Texas | Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena Pasadena, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4522 of 4,686 | #3976 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #46102 of 50,301 | #40541 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–7 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 149 | 147 |
| Enrollment | 149 | 147 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Bryan | Pasadena |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.8 vs 17.9).
- •Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 100%).
- •Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.7).
- •Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col is the larger school with 149 students compared with 147.
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 Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col better than Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena?
On the Success Index (US), Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena ranks higher (26.8 vs 17.9 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 Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col and Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Bryan and Pasadena in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col: 149. Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena: 147. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col and Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena rank in Texas?
Brazos School for Inquiry and Creativity Bryan/Col is 4522nd of 4,686 and Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena is 3976th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).