Marshall El vs North Forest El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 582 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
North Forest El
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
772 students
| Measure | Marshall El Houston, Texas | North Forest El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4370 of 4,686 | #4364 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #44226 of 50,301 | #44179 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 453 | 772 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 772 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.0 vs 21.1).
- •North Forest El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.8% vs 97.8%).
- •Marshall El does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.1).
- •North Forest El is the larger school with 772 students compared with 453.
- •Marshall El is a public school while North Forest El is a charter 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 Marshall El better than North Forest El?
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 Marshall El and North Forest El?
About 582 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall El: 453. North Forest El: 772. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall El and North Forest El rank in Texas?
Marshall El is 4370th of 4,686 and North Forest El is 4364th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).