Central El vs Plainview Classical Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central El
Plainview · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
505 students
Plainview Classical Academy
Plainview · Charter other · Grades K–12
262 students
| Measure | Central El Plainview, Texas | Plainview Classical Academy Plainview, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #3547 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #37467 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 505 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 505 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 44.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Plainview | Plainview |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plainview Classical Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.7% vs 80.8%).
- •Central El does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.7).
- •Central El is the larger school with 505 students compared with 262.
- •Central El is a public school while Plainview Classical 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 Central El better than Plainview Classical 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 Central El and Plainview Classical Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Plainview and Plainview in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central El: 505. Plainview Classical Academy: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central El and Plainview Classical Academy rank in Texas?
Central El is 3547th of 4,686 and Plainview Classical Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).