Bowden Academy vs Idea Carver Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bowden Academy
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
439 students
Idea Carver Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
468 students
| Measure | Bowden Academy San Antonio, Texas | Idea Carver Academy San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4646 of 4,686 | #2049 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #48365 of 50,301 | #27085 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 439 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 77.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 56% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Carver Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.1 vs 13.3).
- •Idea Carver Academy does better on math proficiency (56% vs 21%).
- •Idea Carver Academy does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 23%).
- •Idea Carver Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 96.1%).
- •Bowden Academy does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.3).
- •Idea Carver Academy is the larger school with 468 students compared with 439.
- •Bowden Academy is a public school while Idea Carver 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 Bowden Academy better than Idea Carver Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Carver Academy ranks higher (47.1 vs 13.3 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 Bowden Academy and Idea Carver Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bowden Academy: 439. Idea Carver Academy: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bowden Academy and Idea Carver Academy rank in Texas?
Bowden Academy is 4646th of 4,686 and Idea Carver Academy is 2049th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).