Garrett El vs Sheldon Lake El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garrett El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
606 students
Sheldon Lake El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
622 students
| Measure | Garrett El Houston, Texas | Sheldon Lake El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4241 of 4,686 | #3701 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #42937 of 50,301 | #38643 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 606 | 622 |
| Enrollment | 606 | 622 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheldon Lake El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 23.0).
- •Garrett El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 84.6%).
- •Sheldon Lake El does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.3).
- •Sheldon Lake El is the larger school with 622 students compared with 606.
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 Garrett El better than Sheldon Lake El?
On the Success Index (US), Sheldon Lake El ranks higher (29.9 vs 23.0 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 Garrett El and Sheldon Lake El?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garrett El: 606. Sheldon Lake El: 622. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garrett El and Sheldon Lake El rank in Texas?
Garrett El is 4241st of 4,686 and Sheldon Lake El is 3701st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).