Browning El vs Jefferson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Browning El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
348 students
Jefferson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
330 students
| Measure | Browning El Houston, Texas | Jefferson El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3098 of 4,686 | #3080 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #34497 of 50,301 | #34371 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 348 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.2 vs 36.4).
- •Jefferson El does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Jefferson El does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Browning El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 93.9%).
- •Browning El does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.0).
- •Browning El is the larger school with 348 students compared with 330.
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 Browning El better than Jefferson El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Browning El and Jefferson El?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Browning El: 348. Jefferson El: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Browning El and Jefferson El rank in Texas?
Browning El is 3098th of 4,686 and Jefferson El is 3080th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).