Black El vs Linder El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 302 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black El
Mesquite · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
587 students
Linder El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
587 students
| Measure | Black El Mesquite, Texas | Linder El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3393 of 4,686 | #3114 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #36552 of 50,301 | #34591 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 587 | 587 |
| Enrollment | 587 | 587 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.2% | 92.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| city | Mesquite | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linder El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.1 vs 33.0).
- •Black El does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Black El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 92.7%).
- •Linder El does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.4).
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 Black El better than Linder El?
On the Success Index (US), Linder El ranks higher (36.1 vs 33.0 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 Black El and Linder El?
About 302 km in a straight line, between Mesquite and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black El: 587. Linder El: 587. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black El and Linder El rank in Texas?
Black El is 3393rd of 4,686 and Linder El is 3114th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).