Northbrook H S vs Pine Shadows El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northbrook H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,398 students
Pine Shadows El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
859 students
| Measure | Northbrook H S Houston, Texas | Pine Shadows El Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1288 of 1,419 | #2809 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13533 of 16,910 | #32430 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,398 | 859 |
| Enrollment | 2,398 | 859 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.7% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pine Shadows El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 29.1).
- •Northbrook H S does better on math proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Pine Shadows El does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 26%).
- •Pine Shadows El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.7% vs 91.7%).
- •Pine Shadows El does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
- •Northbrook H S is the larger school with 2,398 students compared with 859.
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 Northbrook H S better than Pine Shadows El?
On the Success Index (US), Pine Shadows El ranks higher (39.3 vs 29.1 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 Northbrook H S and Pine Shadows El?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northbrook H S: 2,398. Pine Shadows El: 859. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northbrook H S and Pine Shadows El rank in Texas?
Northbrook H S is 1288th of 1,419 and Pine Shadows El is 2809th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).