Eckert El vs North Central 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.
Eckert El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
454 students
North Central El
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
863 students
| Measure | Eckert El Houston, Texas | North Central El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4474 of 4,686 | #4479 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #45445 of 50,301 | #45536 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 454 | 863 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 863 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.0 vs 18.9).
- •Eckert El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 91.5%).
- •Eckert El does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 17.6).
- •North Central El is the larger school with 863 students compared with 454.
- •Eckert El is a public school while North Central El is a charter 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Eckert El better than North Central 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 Eckert El and North Central El?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eckert El: 454. North Central El: 863. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eckert El and North Central El rank in Texas?
Eckert El is 4474th of 4,686 and North Central El is 4479th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).