Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena vs South Houston H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena
Pasadena · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
147 students
South Houston H S
So Houston · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,185 students
| Measure | Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena Pasadena, Texas | South Houston H S So Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3976 of 4,686 | #1033 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #40541 of 50,301 | #11075 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 147 | 2,185 |
| Enrollment | 147 | 2,185 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 59% |
| city | Pasadena | So Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Houston H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.5 vs 26.8).
- •South Houston H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 94.6%).
- •Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.3).
- •South Houston H S is the larger school with 2,185 students compared with 147.
- •Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena is a charter school while South Houston H S is a public 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 Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena better than South Houston H S?
On the Success Index (US), South Houston H S ranks higher (39.5 vs 26.8 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 Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena and South Houston H S?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and So Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena: 147. South Houston H S: 2,185. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena and South Houston H S rank in Texas?
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena is 3976th of 4,686 and South Houston H S is 1033rd of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).