Jean & Betty Schmalz El vs McRoberts El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jean & Betty Schmalz El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
1,172 students
McRoberts El
Katy · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
864 students
| Measure | Jean & Betty Schmalz El Houston, Texas | McRoberts El Katy, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1943 of 4,686 | #1426 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #26163 of 50,301 | #21523 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,172 | 864 |
| Enrollment | 1,172 | 864 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.5% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 50% |
| city | Houston | Katy |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McRoberts El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 48.5).
- •McRoberts El does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 45%).
- •McRoberts El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.4% vs 78.5%).
- •Jean & Betty Schmalz El does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.2).
- •Jean & Betty Schmalz El is the larger school with 1,172 students compared with 864.
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 Jean & Betty Schmalz El better than McRoberts El?
On the Success Index (US), McRoberts El ranks higher (55.2 vs 48.5 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 Jean & Betty Schmalz El and McRoberts El?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Houston and Katy in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jean & Betty Schmalz El: 1,172. McRoberts El: 864. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jean & Betty Schmalz El and McRoberts El rank in Texas?
Jean & Betty Schmalz El is 1943rd of 4,686 and McRoberts El is 1426th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).