DR William Long El vs Idea Owassa Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DR William Long El
Pharr · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
767 students
Idea Owassa Academy
Pharr · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
699 students
| Measure | DR William Long El Pharr, Texas | Idea Owassa Academy Pharr, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2465 of 4,686 | #4396 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #30083 of 50,301 | #44461 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 767 | 699 |
| Enrollment | 767 | 699 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Pharr | Pharr |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DR William Long El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 20.6).
- •Idea Owassa Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82% vs 96.3%).
- •DR William Long El does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 21.2).
- •DR William Long El is the larger school with 767 students compared with 699.
- •DR William Long El is a public school while Idea Owassa 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 DR William Long El better than Idea Owassa Academy?
On the Success Index (US), DR William Long El ranks higher (42.8 vs 20.6 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 DR William Long El and Idea Owassa Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Pharr and Pharr in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DR William Long El: 767. Idea Owassa Academy: 699. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DR William Long El and Idea Owassa Academy rank in Texas?
DR William Long El is 2465th of 4,686 and Idea Owassa Academy is 4396th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).