Dishman El vs Idea Harlingen Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dishman El
Combes · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
313 students
Idea Harlingen Academy
Harlingen · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
651 students
| Measure | Dishman El Combes, Texas | Idea Harlingen Academy Harlingen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1394 of 4,686 | #4506 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #21143 of 50,301 | #45916 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 313 | 651 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 651 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Combes | Harlingen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dishman El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.7 vs 18.3).
- •Idea Harlingen Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 94.2%).
- •Dishman El does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 21.7).
- •Idea Harlingen Academy is the larger school with 651 students compared with 313.
- •Dishman El is a public school while Idea Harlingen 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 Dishman El better than Idea Harlingen Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Dishman El ranks higher (55.7 vs 18.3 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 Dishman El and Idea Harlingen Academy?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Combes and Harlingen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dishman El: 313. Idea Harlingen Academy: 651. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dishman El and Idea Harlingen Academy rank in Texas?
Dishman El is 1394th of 4,686 and Idea Harlingen Academy is 4506th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).