Houston El vs Mound El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 715 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston El
McAllen · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
Mound El
Burleson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
397 students
| Measure | Houston El McAllen, Texas | Mound El Burleson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1224 of 4,686 | #932 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #19188 of 50,301 | #15466 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 397 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 52.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 59% |
| city | McAllen | Burleson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mound El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.0 vs 58.5).
- •Houston El does better on math proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Houston El does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 53%).
- •Mound El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 87.7%).
- •Mound El does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.7).
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 Houston El better than Mound El?
On the Success Index (US), Mound El ranks higher (64.0 vs 58.5 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 Houston El and Mound El?
About 715 km in a straight line, between McAllen and Burleson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston El: 397. Mound El: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston El and Mound El rank in Texas?
Houston El is 1224th of 4,686 and Mound El is 932nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).