James Patterson El vs Mission West El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Patterson El
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
782 students
Mission West El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
513 students
| Measure | James Patterson El Richmond, Texas | Mission West El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2624 of 4,686 | #2675 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #31266 of 50,301 | #31602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 782 | 513 |
| Enrollment | 782 | 513 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.6% | 79.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 46% |
| city | Richmond | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.0 vs 40.5).
- •Mission West El does better on math proficiency (46% vs 41%).
- •James Patterson El does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 37%).
- •James Patterson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.6% vs 79.9%).
- •Mission West El does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 17.0).
- •James Patterson El is the larger school with 782 students compared with 513.
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 Patterson El better than Mission West El?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James Patterson El and Mission West El?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Patterson El: 782. Mission West El: 513. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Patterson El and Mission West El rank in Texas?
James Patterson El is 2624th of 4,686 and Mission West El is 2675th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).