DR Shirley J Williamson El vs Purple Sage El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 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
Purple Sage El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
428 students
| Measure | DR Shirley J Williamson El Houston, Texas | Purple Sage El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2537 of 4,686 | #2583 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #30686 of 50,301 | #30957 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 621 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85% | 91.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 56% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.9 vs 41.5).
- •Purple Sage El does better on math proficiency (56% vs 48%).
- •DR Shirley J Williamson El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •DR Shirley J Williamson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 91.8%).
- •Purple Sage El does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.4).
- •DR Shirley J Williamson El is the larger school with 621 students compared with 428.
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 Purple Sage El?
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 Purple Sage El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DR Shirley J Williamson El: 621. Purple Sage El: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DR Shirley J Williamson El and Purple Sage El rank in Texas?
DR Shirley J Williamson El is 2537th of 4,686 and Purple Sage El is 2583rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).