Buffalo Creek El vs Northbrook H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 819 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buffalo Creek El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
741 students
Northbrook H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,398 students
| Measure | Buffalo Creek El Houston, Texas | Northbrook H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4163 of 4,686 | #1288 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #42109 of 50,301 | #13533 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 741 | 2,398 |
| Enrollment | 741 | 2,398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.9% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 43% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northbrook H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 24.3).
- •Northbrook H S does better on math proficiency (43% vs 35%).
- •Buffalo Creek El does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 26%).
- •Northbrook H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.7% vs 96.9%).
- •Buffalo Creek El does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.3).
- •Northbrook H S is the larger school with 2,398 students compared with 741.
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 Buffalo Creek El better than Northbrook H S?
On the Success Index (US), Northbrook H S ranks higher (29.1 vs 24.3 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 Buffalo Creek El and Northbrook H S?
About 819 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buffalo Creek El: 741. Northbrook H S: 2,398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buffalo Creek El and Northbrook H S rank in Texas?
Buffalo Creek El is 4163rd of 4,686 and Northbrook H S is 1288th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).