Gross El vs Step Charter III
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 472 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gross El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
390 students
Step Charter III
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades K–3
76 students
| Measure | Gross El Houston, Texas | Step Charter III Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4518 of 4,686 | #2564 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #46060 of 50,301 | #30838 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 390 | 76 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 76 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Step Charter III scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 18.0).
- •Step Charter III does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 99.5%).
- •Step Charter III does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.0).
- •Gross El is the larger school with 390 students compared with 76.
- •Gross El is a public school while Step Charter III 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 Gross El better than Step Charter III?
On the Success Index (US), Step Charter III ranks higher (41.7 vs 18.0 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 Gross El and Step Charter III?
About 472 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gross El: 390. Step Charter III: 76. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gross El and Step Charter III rank in Texas?
Gross El is 4518th of 4,686 and Step Charter III is 2564th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).