Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena vs Young El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 648 m 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
Young El
Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
545 students
| Measure | Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena Pasadena, Texas | Young El Pasadena, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3976 of 4,686 | #3921 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #40541 of 50,301 | #40124 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 147 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 147 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 93.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Pasadena | Pasadena |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.8 vs 27.5).
- •Young El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.8% vs 94.6%).
- •Young El does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.7).
- •Young El is the larger school with 545 students compared with 147.
- •Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena is a charter school while Young El 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 Young El?
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 Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena and Young El?
About 648 m in a straight line, between Pasadena and Pasadena in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena: 147. Young El: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena and Young El rank in Texas?
Ryss STEM Academy at First Friends Pasadena is 3976th of 4,686 and Young El is 3921st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).