Alan B Shepard Middle vs Idea Brackenridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 197 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alan B Shepard Middle
San Antonio · Public middle · Grades 6–8
447 students
Idea Brackenridge Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
631 students
| Measure | Alan B Shepard Middle San Antonio, Texas | Idea Brackenridge Academy San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1538 of 1,684 | #4515 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #12871 of 15,369 | #46008 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 447 | 631 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 631 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.3% | 81.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alan B Shepard Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.9 vs 18.1).
- •Idea Brackenridge Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.9% vs 97.3%).
- •Alan B Shepard Middle does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 24.3).
- •Idea Brackenridge Academy is the larger school with 631 students compared with 447.
- •Alan B Shepard Middle is a public school while Idea Brackenridge 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 Alan B Shepard Middle better than Idea Brackenridge Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Alan B Shepard Middle ranks higher (24.9 vs 18.1 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 Alan B Shepard Middle and Idea Brackenridge Academy?
About 197 m in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alan B Shepard Middle: 447. Idea Brackenridge Academy: 631. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alan B Shepard Middle and Idea Brackenridge Academy rank in Texas?
Alan B Shepard Middle is 1538th of 1,684 and Idea Brackenridge Academy is 4515th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).