Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy vs Finch El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
341 students
Finch El
McKinney · Public elementary · Grades K–5
341 students
| Measure | Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy Dallas, Texas | Finch El McKinney, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2164 of 4,686 | #2413 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #28025 of 50,301 | #29730 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 341 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.7% | 81.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Dallas | McKinney |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 43.3).
- •Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.7% vs 81.2%).
- •Finch El does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.8).
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 Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy better than Finch El?
On the Success Index (US), Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy ranks higher (45.8 vs 43.3 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 Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy and Finch El?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Dallas and McKinney in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy: 341. Finch El: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy and Finch El rank in Texas?
Downtown Montessori at Ida B Wells Academy is 2164th of 4,686 and Finch El is 2413th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).