Dessau Middle vs Idea Parmer Park 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.
Dessau Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
596 students
Idea Parmer Park Academy
Austin · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
621 students
| Measure | Dessau Middle Austin, Texas | Idea Parmer Park Academy Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1344 of 1,684 | #4416 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #11353 of 15,369 | #44596 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 596 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.4% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dessau Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.7 vs 20.4).
- •Dessau Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.4% vs 81%).
- •Dessau Middle does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 22.2).
- •Idea Parmer Park Academy is the larger school with 621 students compared with 596.
- •Dessau Middle 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 Middle better than Idea Parmer Park Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Dessau Middle ranks higher (32.7 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 Middle and Idea Parmer Park Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dessau Middle: 596. Idea Parmer Park Academy: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dessau Middle and Idea Parmer Park Academy rank in Texas?
Dessau Middle is 1344th of 1,684 and Idea Parmer Park Academy is 4416th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).