Lieder El vs Watkins Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 247 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lieder El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
742 students
Watkins Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,283 students
| Measure | Lieder El Houston, Texas | Watkins Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2878 of 4,686 | #1124 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #32897 of 50,301 | #10037 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 742 | 1,283 |
| Enrollment | 742 | 1,283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.1% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 48% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.6 vs 39.1).
- •Watkins Middle does better on math proficiency (48% vs 38%).
- •Lieder El does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Watkins Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.5% vs 86.1%).
- •Lieder El does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.7).
- •Watkins Middle is the larger school with 1,283 students compared with 742.
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 Lieder El better than Watkins Middle?
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 Lieder El and Watkins Middle?
About 247 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lieder El: 742. Watkins Middle: 1,283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lieder El and Watkins Middle rank in Texas?
Lieder El is 2878th of 4,686 and Watkins Middle is 1124th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).