Hobby El vs Lawson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobby El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
Lawson Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,069 students
| Measure | Hobby El Houston, Texas | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4046 of 4,686 | #1505 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #41207 of 50,301 | #12605 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 447 | 1,069 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 1,069 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.1% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.8 vs 26.4).
- •Hobby El does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.7% vs 97.1%).
- •Hobby El does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 14.6).
- •Lawson Middle is the larger school with 1,069 students compared with 447.
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 Hobby El better than Lawson Middle?
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 Hobby El and Lawson Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobby El: 447. Lawson Middle: 1,069. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobby El and Lawson Middle rank in Texas?
Hobby El is 4046th of 4,686 and Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).