Candlewood El vs James L Masters
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Candlewood El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
263 students
James L Masters
Converse · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
713 students
| Measure | Candlewood El San Antonio, Texas | James L Masters Converse, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4247 of 4,686 | #3024 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #42991 of 50,301 | #33978 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 263 | 713 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 713 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.1% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| city | San Antonio | Converse |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James L Masters scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.0 vs 22.9).
- •James L Masters does better on math proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •James L Masters does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 28%).
- •James L Masters does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.1% vs 82.1%).
- •Candlewood El does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 19.3).
- •James L Masters is the larger school with 713 students compared with 263.
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 Candlewood El better than James L Masters?
On the Success Index (US), James L Masters ranks higher (37.0 vs 22.9 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 Candlewood El and James L Masters?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and Converse in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Candlewood El: 263. James L Masters: 713. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Candlewood El and James L Masters rank in Texas?
Candlewood El is 4247th of 4,686 and James L Masters is 3024th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).