Lantern Lane El vs Stafford H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lantern Lane El
Missouri City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
434 students
Stafford H S
Stafford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,108 students
| Measure | Lantern Lane El Missouri City, Texas | Stafford H S Stafford, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3293 of 4,686 | #901 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #35861 of 50,301 | #9789 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 434 | 1,108 |
| Enrollment | 434 | 1,108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 48% |
| city | Missouri City | Stafford |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stafford H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 34.1).
- •Stafford H S does better on math proficiency (48% vs 34%).
- •Stafford H S does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Stafford H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.9% vs 74.7%).
- •Lantern Lane El does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.4).
- •Stafford H S is the larger school with 1,108 students compared with 434.
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 Lantern Lane El better than Stafford H S?
On the Success Index (US), Stafford H S ranks higher (44.6 vs 34.1 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 Lantern Lane El and Stafford H S?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Missouri City and Stafford in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lantern Lane El: 434. Stafford H S: 1,108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lantern Lane El and Stafford H S rank in Texas?
Lantern Lane El is 3293rd of 4,686 and Stafford H S is 901st of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).