Hobby El vs Madison H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 696 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hobby El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
447 students
Madison H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,588 students
| Measure | Hobby El Houston, Texas | Madison H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4046 of 4,686 | #1316 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #41207 of 50,301 | #13846 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 447 | 1,588 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 1,588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.1% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 34% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 25.8).
- •Hobby El does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Hobby El does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Madison H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 97.1%).
- •Madison H S is the larger school with 1,588 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 Madison H S?
On the Success Index (US), Madison H S ranks higher (27.6 vs 25.8 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 Hobby El and Madison H S?
About 696 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hobby El: 447. Madison H S: 1,588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hobby El and Madison H S rank in Texas?
Hobby El is 4046th of 4,686 and Madison H S is 1316th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).