Holmquist El vs James Patterson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmquist El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
782 students
James Patterson El
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
782 students
| Measure | Holmquist El Houston, Texas | James Patterson El Richmond, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3266 of 4,686 | #2624 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #35704 of 50,301 | #31266 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 782 | 782 |
| Enrollment | 782 | 782 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.3% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 41% |
| city | Houston | Richmond |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Patterson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.0 vs 34.3).
- •Holmquist El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •James Patterson El does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 34%).
- •James Patterson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.6% vs 92.3%).
- •Holmquist El does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 17.0).
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 Holmquist El better than James Patterson El?
On the Success Index (US), James Patterson El ranks higher (41.0 vs 34.3 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 Holmquist El and James Patterson El?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Richmond in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmquist El: 782. James Patterson El: 782. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmquist El and James Patterson El rank in Texas?
Holmquist El is 3266th of 4,686 and James Patterson El is 2624th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).