Emerson El vs Kipp Sharpstown College Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
990 students
Kipp Sharpstown College Prep
Houston · Charter other · Grades 6–11
789 students
| Measure | Emerson El Houston, Texas | Kipp Sharpstown College Prep Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4394 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #44450 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–11 |
| Students | 990 | 789 |
| Enrollment | 990 | 789 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.4% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 64% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Sharpstown College Prep does better on math proficiency (64% vs 39%).
- •Kipp Sharpstown College Prep does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 31%).
- •Kipp Sharpstown College Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.6% vs 97.4%).
- •Emerson El does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.9).
- •Emerson El is the larger school with 990 students compared with 789.
- •Emerson El is a public school while Kipp Sharpstown College Prep 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 Emerson El better than Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
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 Emerson El and Kipp Sharpstown College Prep?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson El: 990. Kipp Sharpstown College Prep: 789. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson El and Kipp Sharpstown College Prep rank in Texas?
Emerson El is 4394th of 4,686 and Kipp Sharpstown College Prep is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).