James B Havard El vs North Shore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 337 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James B Havard El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
694 students
North Shore Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,299 students
| Measure | James B Havard El Houston, Texas | North Shore Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3529 of 4,686 | #988 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #37354 of 50,301 | #9229 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 694 | 1,299 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 1,299 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.9% | 87.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 50% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Shore Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 31.8).
- •North Shore Middle does better on math proficiency (50% vs 36%).
- •North Shore Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 41%).
- •James B Havard El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.9% vs 87.5%).
- •James B Havard El does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 16.2).
- •North Shore Middle is the larger school with 1,299 students compared with 694.
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 James B Havard El better than North Shore Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Shore Middle ranks higher (42.7 vs 31.8 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 James B Havard El and North Shore Middle?
About 337 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James B Havard El: 694. North Shore Middle: 1,299. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James B Havard El and North Shore Middle rank in Texas?
James B Havard El is 3529th of 4,686 and North Shore Middle is 988th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).