North Central El vs Uplift Ascend Prep Ps
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 353 km 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
Uplift Ascend Prep Ps
Fort Worth · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
864 students
| Measure | North Central El Houston, Texas | Uplift Ascend Prep Ps Fort Worth, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4479 of 4,686 | #3534 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #45536 of 50,301 | #37385 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 863 | 864 |
| Enrollment | 863 | 864 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Houston | Fort Worth |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Uplift Ascend Prep Ps scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 18.9).
- •Uplift Ascend Prep Ps does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 91.5%).
- •North Central El does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.4).
- •Uplift Ascend Prep Ps is the larger school with 864 students compared with 863.
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 Uplift Ascend Prep Ps?
On the Success Index (US), Uplift Ascend Prep Ps ranks higher (31.8 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 Uplift Ascend Prep Ps?
About 353 km in a straight line, between Houston and Fort Worth in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central El: 863. Uplift Ascend Prep Ps: 864. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central El and Uplift Ascend Prep Ps rank in Texas?
North Central El is 4479th of 4,686 and Uplift Ascend Prep Ps is 3534th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).