Jefferson El vs S Gus Alexander JR El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 346 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
330 students
S Gus Alexander JR El
Duncanville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
330 students
| Measure | Jefferson El Houston, Texas | S Gus Alexander JR El Duncanville, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3080 of 4,686 | #3584 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #34371 of 50,301 | #37698 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 330 | 330 |
| Enrollment | 330 | 330 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 79.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Duncanville |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.4 vs 31.3).
- •Jefferson El does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Jefferson El does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •S Gus Alexander JR El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.1% vs 93.9%).
- •Jefferson El does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.7).
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 Jefferson El better than S Gus Alexander JR El?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson El ranks higher (36.4 vs 31.3 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 Jefferson El and S Gus Alexander JR El?
About 346 km in a straight line, between Houston and Duncanville in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson El: 330. S Gus Alexander JR El: 330. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson El and S Gus Alexander JR El rank in Texas?
Jefferson El is 3080th of 4,686 and S Gus Alexander JR El is 3584th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).