Hartsfield El vs Kelso El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hartsfield El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
287 students
Kelso El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
364 students
| Measure | Hartsfield El Houston, Texas | Kelso El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4351 of 4,686 | #4192 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #44090 of 50,301 | #42362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 287 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 287 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 35% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelso El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 21.2).
- •Kelso El does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Kelso El does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Hartsfield El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.9% vs 98.9%).
- •Hartsfield El does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.0).
- •Kelso El is the larger school with 364 students compared with 287.
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 Hartsfield El better than Kelso El?
On the Success Index (US), Kelso El ranks higher (23.9 vs 21.2 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 Hartsfield El and Kelso El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartsfield El: 287. Kelso El: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartsfield El and Kelso El rank in Texas?
Hartsfield El is 4351st of 4,686 and Kelso El is 4192nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).