Grissom El vs Lawson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 342 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grissom El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
Lawson Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,069 students
| Measure | Grissom El Houston, Texas | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4249 of 4,686 | #1505 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #43005 of 50,301 | #12605 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 424 | 1,069 |
| Enrollment | 424 | 1,069 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 35% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 22.9).
- •Lawson Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.7% vs 95%).
- •Grissom El does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.6).
- •Lawson Middle is the larger school with 1,069 students compared with 424.
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 Grissom El better than Lawson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lawson Middle ranks higher (26.4 vs 22.9 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 Grissom El and Lawson Middle?
About 342 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grissom El: 424. Lawson Middle: 1,069. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grissom El and Lawson Middle rank in Texas?
Grissom El is 4249th of 4,686 and Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).