Academy of Dallas vs Barbara Jordan El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Dallas
Dallas · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
220 students
Barbara Jordan El
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
492 students
| Measure | Academy of Dallas Dallas, Texas | Barbara Jordan El Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3731 of 4,686 | #3693 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #38908 of 50,301 | #38587 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 220 | 492 |
| Enrollment | 220 | 492 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 38% |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.4 vs 29.9).
- •Academy of Dallas does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Academy of Dallas does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.2% vs 97.8%).
- •Barbara Jordan El is the larger school with 492 students compared with 220.
- •Academy of Dallas is a charter school while Barbara Jordan 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 Academy of Dallas better than Barbara Jordan 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 Academy of Dallas and Barbara Jordan El?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Dallas: 220. Barbara Jordan El: 492. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Dallas and Barbara Jordan El rank in Texas?
Academy of Dallas is 3731st of 4,686 and Barbara Jordan El is 3693rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).