Carroll El vs Central Athens
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 261 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carroll El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
568 students
Central Athens
Athens · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
568 students
| Measure | Carroll El Houston, Texas | Central Athens Athens, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4137 of 4,686 | #4059 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #41873 of 50,301 | #41318 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 568 | 568 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 78.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Athens |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.7 vs 25.6).
- •Carroll El does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Central Athens does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.5% vs 91%).
- •Carroll El does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.7).
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 Carroll El better than Central Athens?
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 Carroll El and Central Athens?
About 261 km in a straight line, between Houston and Athens in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carroll El: 568. Central Athens: 568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carroll El and Central Athens rank in Texas?
Carroll El is 4137th of 4,686 and Central Athens is 4059th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).