A N Rico El vs Idea Weslaco Pike Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A N Rico El
Weslaco · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
780 students
Idea Weslaco Pike Academy
Weslaco · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
734 students
| Measure | A N Rico El Weslaco, Texas | Idea Weslaco Pike Academy Weslaco, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3480 of 4,686 | #2896 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #37074 of 50,301 | #33016 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 780 | 734 |
| Enrollment | 780 | 734 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.4% | 91.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 54% |
| city | Weslaco | Weslaco |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Weslaco Pike Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.4 vs 32.2).
- •Idea Weslaco Pike Academy does better on math proficiency (54% vs 50%).
- •Idea Weslaco Pike Academy does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 39%).
- •A N Rico El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.4% vs 91.8%).
- •A N Rico El does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.2).
- •A N Rico El is the larger school with 780 students compared with 734.
- •A N Rico El is a public school while Idea Weslaco Pike Academy 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 A N Rico El better than Idea Weslaco Pike Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Weslaco Pike Academy ranks higher (38.4 vs 32.2 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 A N Rico El and Idea Weslaco Pike Academy?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Weslaco and Weslaco in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A N Rico El: 780. Idea Weslaco Pike Academy: 734. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A N Rico El and Idea Weslaco Pike Academy rank in Texas?
A N Rico El is 3480th of 4,686 and Idea Weslaco Pike Academy is 2896th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).