Gross El vs Valley West El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gross El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
390 students
Valley West El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
505 students
| Measure | Gross El Houston, Texas | Valley West El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4518 of 4,686 | #3653 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #46060 of 50,301 | #38240 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 390 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 90.9% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley West El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 18.0).
- •Valley West El does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •Valley West El does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 24%).
- •Valley West El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.9% vs 99.5%).
- •Valley West El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.0).
- •Valley West El is the larger school with 505 students compared with 390.
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 Valley West El?
On the Success Index (US), Valley West El ranks higher (30.5 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 Valley West El?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gross El: 390. Valley West El: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gross El and Valley West El rank in Texas?
Gross El is 4518th of 4,686 and Valley West El is 3653rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).