Kipp Climb Academy vs South Houston El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kipp Climb Academy
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
679 students
South Houston El
So Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
422 students
| Measure | Kipp Climb Academy Houston, Texas | South Houston El So Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3726 of 4,686 | #4005 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #38878 of 50,301 | #40808 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 679 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 679 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 31% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Houston | So Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kipp Climb Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 26.4).
- •Kipp Climb Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71% vs 94.5%).
- •South Houston El does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 19.4).
- •Kipp Climb Academy is the larger school with 679 students compared with 422.
- •Kipp Climb Academy is a charter school while South Houston El is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Kipp Climb Academy better than South Houston El?
On the Success Index (US), Kipp Climb Academy ranks higher (29.5 vs 26.4 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 Kipp Climb Academy and South Houston El?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and So Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kipp Climb Academy: 679. South Houston El: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kipp Climb Academy and South Houston El rank in Texas?
Kipp Climb Academy is 3726th of 4,686 and South Houston El is 4005th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).