Dobie Middle vs Idea Rundberg Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dobie Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
512 students
Idea Rundberg Academy
Austin · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
694 students
| Measure | Dobie Middle Austin, Texas | Idea Rundberg Academy Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1629 of 1,684 | #3596 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #13723 of 15,369 | #37800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 512 | 694 |
| Enrollment | 512 | 694 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 49% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Rundberg Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 20.3).
- •Idea Rundberg Academy does better on math proficiency (49% vs 26%).
- •Idea Rundberg Academy does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 25%).
- •Dobie Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.4% vs 95.8%).
- •Dobie Middle does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 22.4).
- •Idea Rundberg Academy is the larger school with 694 students compared with 512.
- •Dobie Middle is a public school while Idea Rundberg 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 Dobie Middle better than Idea Rundberg Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Rundberg Academy ranks higher (31.1 vs 20.3 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 Dobie Middle and Idea Rundberg Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dobie Middle: 512. Idea Rundberg Academy: 694. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dobie Middle and Idea Rundberg Academy rank in Texas?
Dobie Middle is 1629th of 1,684 and Idea Rundberg Academy is 3596th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).