Hilliard El vs The Varnett School - Northeast
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 520 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilliard El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
545 students
The Varnett School - Northeast
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
354 students
| Measure | Hilliard El Houston, Texas | The Varnett School - Northeast Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4612 of 4,686 | #4589 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #47635 of 50,301 | #47279 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 545 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 545 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 24% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.0 vs 15.8).
- •Hilliard El does better on math proficiency (25% vs 24%).
- •The Varnett School - Northeast does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 19%).
- •Hilliard El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.7% vs 99.2%).
- •Hilliard El does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.1).
- •Hilliard El is the larger school with 545 students compared with 354.
- •Hilliard El is a public school while The Varnett School - Northeast 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 Hilliard El better than The Varnett School - Northeast?
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 Hilliard El and The Varnett School - Northeast?
About 520 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilliard El: 545. The Varnett School - Northeast: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilliard El and The Varnett School - Northeast rank in Texas?
Hilliard El is 4612th of 4,686 and The Varnett School - Northeast is 4589th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).