Kahla Middle vs Metcalf El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 812 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kahla Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,126 students
Metcalf El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
855 students
| Measure | Kahla Middle Houston, Texas | Metcalf El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1019 of 1,684 | #3155 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9449 of 15,369 | #34894 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,126 | 855 |
| Enrollment | 1,126 | 855 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.9% | 83.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kahla Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 35.6).
- •Kahla Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Metcalf El does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Kahla Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.9% vs 83.6%).
- •Kahla Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.5).
- •Kahla Middle is the larger school with 1,126 students compared with 855.
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 Kahla Middle better than Metcalf El?
On the Success Index (US), Kahla Middle ranks higher (41.7 vs 35.6 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 Kahla Middle and Metcalf El?
About 812 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kahla Middle: 1,126. Metcalf El: 855. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kahla Middle and Metcalf El rank in Texas?
Kahla Middle is 1019th of 1,684 and Metcalf El is 3155th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).