Housman El vs Ridgecrest El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Housman El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
634 students
Ridgecrest El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
836 students
| Measure | Housman El Houston, Texas | Ridgecrest El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4559 of 4,686 | #3016 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #46655 of 50,301 | #33928 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 634 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.2% | 96.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 54% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgecrest El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 16.9).
- •Ridgecrest El does better on math proficiency (54% vs 24%).
- •Ridgecrest El does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •Housman El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.2% vs 96.7%).
- •Ridgecrest El does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.9).
- •Ridgecrest El is the larger school with 836 students compared with 634.
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 Housman El better than Ridgecrest El?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgecrest El ranks higher (37.1 vs 16.9 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 Housman El and Ridgecrest El?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Housman El: 634. Ridgecrest El: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Housman El and Ridgecrest El rank in Texas?
Housman El is 4559th of 4,686 and Ridgecrest El is 3016th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).