Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr vs Kipp Legacy Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 532 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
405 students
Kipp Legacy Preparatory
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
820 students
| Measure | Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr Houston, Texas | Kipp Legacy Preparatory Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4677 of 4,686 | #4202 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #49658 of 50,301 | #42498 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 405 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 96.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 40% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Legacy Preparatory scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.7 vs 9.2).
- •Kipp Legacy Preparatory does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.3% vs 100%).
- •Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.6).
- •Kipp Legacy Preparatory is the larger school with 820 students compared with 405.
- •Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr is a public school while Kipp Legacy Preparatory 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.
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 Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr better than Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Legacy Preparatory ranks higher (23.7 vs 9.2 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 Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr and Kipp Legacy Preparatory?
About 532 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr: 405. Kipp Legacy Preparatory: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr and Kipp Legacy Preparatory rank in Texas?
Fonwood Early Childhood Ctr is 4677th of 4,686 and Kipp Legacy Preparatory is 4202nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).