Big Country El vs Idea Burke College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 862 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Big Country El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
660 students
Idea Burke College Preparatory
San Antonio · Charter other · Grades 6–11
620 students
| Measure | Big Country El San Antonio, Texas | Idea Burke College Preparatory San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1619 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #23230 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–11 |
| Students | 660 | 620 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 620 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 58% | – |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Burke College Preparatory does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 70.8%).
- •Big Country El does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.2).
- •Big Country El is the larger school with 660 students compared with 620.
- •Big Country El is a public school while Idea Burke College Preparatory 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 Big Country El better than Idea Burke College Preparatory?
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 Big Country El and Idea Burke College Preparatory?
About 862 m in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Big Country El: 660. Idea Burke College Preparatory: 620. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Big Country El and Idea Burke College Preparatory rank in Texas?
Big Country El is 1619th of 4,686 and Idea Burke College Preparatory is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).