Cornerstone Academy vs Spring Branch El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 799 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cornerstone Academy
Houston · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
423 students
Spring Branch El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Cornerstone Academy Houston, Texas | Spring Branch El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #15 of 1,684 | #4643 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #383 of 15,369 | #48314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.1% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 91% | 16% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cornerstone Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.7 vs 13.5).
- •Cornerstone Academy does better on math proficiency (91% vs 16%).
- •Cornerstone Academy does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 17%).
- •Cornerstone Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.1% vs 96%).
- •Spring Branch El does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.1).
- •Spring Branch El is the larger school with 570 students compared with 423.
- •Cornerstone Academy is a charter school while Spring Branch El is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Cornerstone Academy better than Spring Branch El?
On the Success Index (US), Cornerstone Academy ranks higher (88.7 vs 13.5 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 Cornerstone Academy and Spring Branch El?
About 799 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cornerstone Academy: 423. Spring Branch El: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornerstone Academy and Spring Branch El rank in Texas?
Cornerstone Academy is 15th of 1,684 and Spring Branch El is 4643rd of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).