Oleson El vs Vardeman Ec/PK/K
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oleson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
411 students
Vardeman Ec/PK/K
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
624 students
| Measure | Oleson El Houston, Texas | Vardeman Ec/PK/K Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3442 of 4,686 | #4482 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #36820 of 50,301 | #45560 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 411 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 50% | – |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oleson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.7 vs 18.9).
- •Oleson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 94.2%).
- •Oleson El does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 16.9).
- •Vardeman Ec/PK/K is the larger school with 624 students compared with 411.
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 Oleson El better than Vardeman Ec/PK/K?
On the Success Index (US), Oleson El ranks higher (32.7 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 Oleson El and Vardeman Ec/PK/K?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oleson El: 411. Vardeman Ec/PK/K: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oleson El and Vardeman Ec/PK/K rank in Texas?
Oleson El is 3442nd of 4,686 and Vardeman Ec/PK/K is 4482nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).