Bussey El vs Carson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 419 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bussey El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
489 students
Carson El
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
489 students
| Measure | Bussey El Houston, Texas | Carson El Decatur, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3742 of 4,686 | #2367 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #38979 of 50,301 | #29375 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 489 | 489 |
| Enrollment | 489 | 489 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 42.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Decatur |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.8 vs 29.3).
- •Carson El does better on math proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Carson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.3% vs 90.2%).
- •Bussey El does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.8).
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 Bussey El better than Carson El?
On the Success Index (US), Carson El ranks higher (43.8 vs 29.3 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 Bussey El and Carson El?
About 419 km in a straight line, between Houston and Decatur in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bussey El: 489. Carson El: 489. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bussey El and Carson El rank in Texas?
Bussey El is 3742nd of 4,686 and Carson El is 2367th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).