DR Shirley J Williamson El vs North Shore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DR Shirley J Williamson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
621 students
North Shore Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,299 students
| Measure | DR Shirley J Williamson El Houston, Texas | North Shore Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2537 of 4,686 | #988 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #30686 of 50,301 | #9229 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 621 | 1,299 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 1,299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 50% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.9 vs 42.7).
- •North Shore Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 48%).
- •North Shore Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 44%).
- •DR Shirley J Williamson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 87.5%).
- •DR Shirley J Williamson El does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.2).
- •North Shore Middle is the larger school with 1,299 students compared with 621.
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 DR Shirley J Williamson El better than North Shore Middle?
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 DR Shirley J Williamson El and North Shore Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DR Shirley J Williamson El: 621. North Shore Middle: 1,299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DR Shirley J Williamson El and North Shore Middle rank in Texas?
DR Shirley J Williamson El is 2537th of 4,686 and North Shore Middle is 988th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).