Brandenburg El vs Universal Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 708 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brandenburg El
Irving · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
947 students
Universal Academy
Irving · Charter other · Grades PK–12
623 students
| Measure | Brandenburg El Irving, Texas | Universal Academy Irving, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #2498 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #30343 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–12 |
| Students | 947 | 623 |
| Enrollment | 947 | 623 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.1% | 83.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| city | Irving | Irving |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brandenburg El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •Universal Academy does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 42%).
- •Brandenburg El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 83.8%).
- •Universal Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 16.6).
- •Brandenburg El is the larger school with 947 students compared with 623.
- •Brandenburg El is a public school while Universal 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 Brandenburg El better than Universal Academy?
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 Brandenburg El and Universal Academy?
About 708 m in a straight line, between Irving and Irving in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brandenburg El: 947. Universal Academy: 623. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brandenburg El and Universal Academy rank in Texas?
Brandenburg El is 2498th of 4,686 and Universal Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).