Houston Math Science and Technology Center vs Lyons El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston Math Science and Technology Center
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,396 students
Lyons El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
767 students
| Measure | Houston Math Science and Technology Center Houston, Texas | Lyons El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1397 of 1,419 | #2024 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #15458 of 16,910 | #26824 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 2,396 | 767 |
| Enrollment | 2,396 | 767 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.3% | 98.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 63% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyons El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.5 vs 18.9).
- •Lyons El does better on math proficiency (63% vs 24%).
- •Lyons El does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 21%).
- •Houston Math Science and Technology Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.3% vs 98.4%).
- •Houston Math Science and Technology Center does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 17.8).
- •Houston Math Science and Technology Center is the larger school with 2,396 students compared with 767.
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 Math Science and Technology Center better than Lyons El?
On the Success Index (US), Lyons El ranks higher (47.5 vs 18.9 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 Houston Math Science and Technology Center and Lyons El?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston Math Science and Technology Center: 2,396. Lyons El: 767. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston Math Science and Technology Center and Lyons El rank in Texas?
Houston Math Science and Technology Center is 1397th of 1,419 and Lyons El is 2024th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).