North Central El vs Raymond El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 685 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central El
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
863 students
Raymond El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
297 students
| Measure | North Central El Houston, Texas | Raymond El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4479 of 4,686 | #4127 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #45536 of 50,301 | #41793 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–5 |
| Students | 863 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 863 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 97% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 23% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Raymond El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 18.9).
- •North Central El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.5% vs 97%).
- •Raymond El does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.6).
- •North Central El is the larger school with 863 students compared with 297.
- •North Central El is a charter school while Raymond 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 North Central El better than Raymond El?
On the Success Index (US), Raymond El ranks higher (24.9 vs 18.9 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 North Central El and Raymond El?
About 685 m in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central El: 863. Raymond El: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central El and Raymond El rank in Texas?
North Central El is 4479th of 4,686 and Raymond El is 4127th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).