Cactus El vs Ridgeview El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 795 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cactus El
Cactus · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
487 students
Ridgeview El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
487 students
| Measure | Cactus El Cactus, Texas | Ridgeview El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4412 of 4,686 | #2303 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #44578 of 50,301 | #28947 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 487 | 487 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 487 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 46% |
| city | Cactus | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridgeview El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 20.4).
- •Ridgeview El does better on math proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Ridgeview El does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 22%).
- •Ridgeview El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 94%).
- •Ridgeview El does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.8).
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 Cactus El better than Ridgeview El?
On the Success Index (US), Ridgeview El ranks higher (44.5 vs 20.4 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 Cactus El and Ridgeview El?
About 795 km in a straight line, between Cactus and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cactus El: 487. Ridgeview El: 487. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cactus El and Ridgeview El rank in Texas?
Cactus El is 4412th of 4,686 and Ridgeview El is 2303rd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).