Golden Acres El vs Parks El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Acres El
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
390 students
Parks El
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
379 students
| Measure | Golden Acres El Pasadena, Texas | Parks El Pasadena, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3074 of 4,686 | #3092 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #34309 of 50,301 | #34467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 390 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| city | Pasadena | Pasadena |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.5 vs 36.3).
- •Golden Acres El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 90.2%).
- •Parks El does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.1).
- •Golden Acres El is the larger school with 390 students compared with 379.
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 Golden Acres El better than Parks 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 Golden Acres El and Parks El?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Pasadena in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Acres El: 390. Parks El: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Acres El and Parks El rank in Texas?
Golden Acres El is 3074th of 4,686 and Parks El is 3092nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).