Cora Thomas El vs John Arredondo El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cora Thomas El
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
678 students
John Arredondo El
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
678 students
| Measure | Cora Thomas El Richmond, Texas | John Arredondo El Richmond, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1430 of 4,686 | #1348 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #21570 of 50,301 | #20593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 678 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.2% | 45.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 60% |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Arredondo El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 55.1).
- •Cora Thomas El does better on math proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •John Arredondo El does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •John Arredondo El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 46.2%).
- •Cora Thomas El does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.4).
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 Cora Thomas El better than John Arredondo El?
On the Success Index (US), John Arredondo El ranks higher (56.5 vs 55.1 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 Cora Thomas El and John Arredondo El?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cora Thomas El: 678. John Arredondo El: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cora Thomas El and John Arredondo El rank in Texas?
Cora Thomas El is 1430th of 4,686 and John Arredondo El is 1348th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).