Robinson El vs The Varnett School - East
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Robinson El
Houston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
The Varnett School - East
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
275 students
| Measure | Robinson El Houston, Texas | The Varnett School - East Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4558 of 4,686 | #3919 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #46625 of 50,301 | #40119 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 401 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 37% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Varnett School - East scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 17.0).
- •The Varnett School - East does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •Robinson El does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •The Varnett School - East does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.1% vs 100%).
- •Robinson El does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.3).
- •Robinson El is the larger school with 401 students compared with 275.
- •Robinson El is a public school while The Varnett School - East is a charter 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 Robinson El better than The Varnett School - East?
On the Success Index (US), The Varnett School - East ranks higher (27.5 vs 17.0 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 Robinson El and The Varnett School - East?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Robinson El: 401. The Varnett School - East: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Robinson El and The Varnett School - East rank in Texas?
Robinson El is 4558th of 4,686 and The Varnett School - East is 3919th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).