Alderson El vs Rise Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 999 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alderson El
Lubbock · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
435 students
Rise Academy
Lubbock · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
307 students
| Measure | Alderson El Lubbock, Texas | Rise Academy Lubbock, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4168 of 4,686 | #625 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #42157 of 50,301 | #10826 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 435 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.3% | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 77% |
| city | Lubbock | Lubbock |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rise Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.7 vs 24.2).
- •Rise Academy does better on math proficiency (77% vs 37%).
- •Rise Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 23%).
- •Alderson El does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 17.1).
- •Alderson El is the larger school with 435 students compared with 307.
- •Alderson El is a public school while Rise 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 Alderson El better than Rise Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Rise Academy ranks higher (70.7 vs 24.2 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 Alderson El and Rise Academy?
About 999 m in a straight line, between Lubbock and Lubbock in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alderson El: 435. Rise Academy: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alderson El and Rise Academy rank in Texas?
Alderson El is 4168th of 4,686 and Rise Academy is 625th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).