McNamara El vs Mesita El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1076 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McNamara El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
916 students
Mesita El
El Paso · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
916 students
| Measure | McNamara El Houston, Texas | Mesita El El Paso, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4316 of 4,686 | #1253 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43741 of 50,301 | #19532 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 916 | 916 |
| Enrollment | 916 | 916 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 50% |
| city | Houston | El Paso |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesita El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 21.8).
- •Mesita El does better on math proficiency (50% vs 39%).
- •Mesita El does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 31%).
- •Mesita El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.8% vs 98.1%).
- •Mesita El does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 17.6).
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 McNamara El better than Mesita El?
On the Success Index (US), Mesita El ranks higher (58.1 vs 21.8 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 McNamara El and Mesita El?
About 1076 km in a straight line, between Houston and El Paso in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McNamara El: 916. Mesita El: 916. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McNamara El and Mesita El rank in Texas?
McNamara El is 4316th of 4,686 and Mesita El is 1253rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).