Ridgegate El vs Willowridge H S
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.
Ridgegate El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
432 students
Willowridge H S
Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,242 students
| Measure | Ridgegate El Houston, Texas | Willowridge H S Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3270 of 4,686 | #1165 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #35733 of 50,301 | #12275 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 432 | 1,242 |
| Enrollment | 432 | 1,242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 79.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 42% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.3 vs 34.7).
- •Ridgegate El does better on math proficiency (48% vs 42%).
- •Ridgegate El does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Willowridge H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.2% vs 96.8%).
- •Ridgegate El does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.5).
- •Willowridge H S is the larger school with 1,242 students compared with 432.
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 Ridgegate El better than Willowridge H S?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ridgegate El and Willowridge H S?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ridgegate El: 432. Willowridge H S: 1,242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ridgegate El and Willowridge H S rank in Texas?
Ridgegate El is 3270th of 4,686 and Willowridge H S is 1165th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).