Dessau El vs Idea Parmer Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dessau El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
554 students
Idea Parmer Park Academy
Austin · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
621 students
| Measure | Dessau El Austin, Texas | Idea Parmer Park Academy Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4234 of 4,686 | #4416 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #42821 of 50,301 | #44596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 554 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 28% | – |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dessau El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.2 vs 20.4).
- •Idea Parmer Park Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81% vs 82.7%).
- •Dessau El does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 22.2).
- •Idea Parmer Park Academy is the larger school with 621 students compared with 554.
- •Dessau El is a public school while Idea Parmer Park 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 Dessau El better than Idea Parmer Park Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Dessau El ranks higher (23.2 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 Dessau El and Idea Parmer Park Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dessau El: 554. Idea Parmer Park Academy: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dessau El and Idea Parmer Park Academy rank in Texas?
Dessau El is 4234th of 4,686 and Idea Parmer Park Academy is 4416th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).