C E King Middle vs Sheldon Lake El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C E King Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,359 students
Sheldon Lake El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
622 students
| Measure | C E King Middle Houston, Texas | Sheldon Lake El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1580 of 1,684 | #3701 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13221 of 15,369 | #38643 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 1,359 | 622 |
| Enrollment | 1,359 | 622 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheldon Lake El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 23.0).
- •Sheldon Lake El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.6% vs 86.3%).
- •Sheldon Lake El does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.6).
- •C E King Middle is the larger school with 1,359 students compared with 622.
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 C E King Middle better than Sheldon Lake El?
On the Success Index (US), Sheldon Lake El ranks higher (29.9 vs 23.0 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 C E King Middle and Sheldon Lake El?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C E King Middle: 1,359. Sheldon Lake El: 622. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C E King Middle and Sheldon Lake El rank in Texas?
C E King Middle is 1580th of 1,684 and Sheldon Lake El is 3701st of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).