Kennedy El vs Washington B T H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Washington B T H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
811 students
| Measure | Kennedy El Houston, Texas | Washington B T H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4048 of 4,686 | #1342 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #41212 of 50,301 | #14229 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 430 | 811 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 811 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97% | 97.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 26% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.8 vs 25.8).
- •Kennedy El does better on math proficiency (33% vs 26%).
- •Kennedy El does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 25%).
- •Kennedy El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97% vs 97.5%).
- •Washington B T H S does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 14.3).
- •Washington B T H S is the larger school with 811 students compared with 430.
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 Kennedy El better than Washington B T H S?
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 Kennedy El and Washington B T H S?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy El: 430. Washington B T H S: 811. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy El and Washington B T H S rank in Texas?
Kennedy El is 4048th of 4,686 and Washington B T H S is 1342nd of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).