Carrollton El vs Central El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 469 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carrollton El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
505 students
Central El
Plainview · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
505 students
| Measure | Carrollton El Carrollton, Texas | Central El Plainview, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2804 of 4,686 | #3547 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #32383 of 50,301 | #37467 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 505 | 505 |
| Enrollment | 505 | 505 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 80.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Carrollton | Plainview |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carrollton El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 31.6).
- •Central El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.8% vs 91.1%).
- •Carrollton El does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.8).
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 Carrollton El better than Central El?
On the Success Index (US), Carrollton El ranks higher (39.3 vs 31.6 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 Carrollton El and Central El?
About 469 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Plainview in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carrollton El: 505. Central El: 505. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carrollton El and Central El rank in Texas?
Carrollton El is 2804th of 4,686 and Central El is 3547th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).