Billy Earl Dade Middle vs Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Billy Earl Dade Middle
Dallas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
599 students
Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
341 students
| Measure | Billy Earl Dade Middle Dallas, Texas | Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1635 of 1,684 | #2164 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13812 of 15,369 | #28025 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 599 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 599 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 65.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Dallas | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 19.8).
- •Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.7% vs 99.2%).
- •Billy Earl Dade Middle does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.8).
- •Billy Earl Dade Middle is the larger school with 599 students compared with 341.
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 Billy Earl Dade Middle better than Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 19.8 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 Billy Earl Dade Middle and Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Billy Earl Dade Middle: 599. Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Billy Earl Dade Middle and Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy rank in Texas?
Billy Earl Dade Middle is 1635th of 1,684 and Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy is 2164th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).