Hines-Caldwell vs Lawson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hines-Caldwell
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
638 students
Lawson Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,069 students
| Measure | Hines-Caldwell Houston, Texas | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2949 of 4,686 | #1505 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #33425 of 50,301 | #12605 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 638 | 1,069 |
| Enrollment | 638 | 1,069 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 35% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hines-Caldwell scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 26.4).
- •Hines-Caldwell does better on math proficiency (53% vs 35%).
- •Hines-Caldwell does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 29%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.7% vs 93.6%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 17.2).
- •Lawson Middle is the larger school with 1,069 students compared with 638.
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 Hines-Caldwell better than Lawson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hines-Caldwell ranks higher (37.8 vs 26.4 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 Hines-Caldwell and Lawson Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hines-Caldwell: 638. Lawson Middle: 1,069. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hines-Caldwell and Lawson Middle rank in Texas?
Hines-Caldwell is 2949th of 4,686 and Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).