King Early Childhood Ctr vs Lawson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Early Childhood Ctr
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
299 students
Lawson Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,069 students
| Measure | King Early Childhood Ctr Houston, Texas | Lawson Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4650 of 4,686 | #1505 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #48533 of 50,301 | #12605 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 299 | 1,069 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 1,069 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 29% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lawson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 12.9).
- •Lawson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.7% vs 99.3%).
- •Lawson Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 17.6).
- •Lawson Middle is the larger school with 1,069 students compared with 299.
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 King Early Childhood Ctr better than Lawson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lawson Middle ranks higher (26.4 vs 12.9 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 King Early Childhood Ctr and Lawson Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Early Childhood Ctr: 299. Lawson Middle: 1,069. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Early Childhood Ctr and Lawson Middle rank in Texas?
King Early Childhood Ctr is 4650th of 4,686 and Lawson Middle is 1505th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).