Clifton El vs Thompson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 294 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton El
Clifton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
455 students
Thompson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
455 students
| Measure | Clifton El Clifton, Texas | Thompson El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2822 of 4,686 | #2149 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #32546 of 50,301 | #27875 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 92.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 66% |
| city | Clifton | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 39.1).
- •Thompson El does better on math proficiency (66% vs 35%).
- •Clifton El does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Clifton El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 92.3%).
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 Clifton El better than Thompson El?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson El ranks higher (46.1 vs 39.1 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 Clifton El and Thompson El?
About 294 km in a straight line, between Clifton and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton El: 455. Thompson El: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton El and Thompson El rank in Texas?
Clifton El is 2822nd of 4,686 and Thompson El is 2149th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).