Essence Preparatory Charter School vs Idea Najim Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Essence Preparatory Charter School
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
365 students
Idea Najim Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
540 students
| Measure | Essence Preparatory Charter School San Antonio, Texas | Idea Najim Academy San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4667 of 4,686 | #4404 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #49169 of 50,301 | #44530 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 365 | 540 |
| Enrollment | 365 | 540 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Najim Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.5 vs 11.0).
- •Idea Najim Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.5% vs 99.5%).
- •Essence Preparatory Charter School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.5).
- •Idea Najim Academy is the larger school with 540 students compared with 365.
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 Essence Preparatory Charter School better than Idea Najim Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Najim Academy ranks higher (20.5 vs 11.0 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 Essence Preparatory Charter School and Idea Najim Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Essence Preparatory Charter School: 365. Idea Najim Academy: 540. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Essence Preparatory Charter School and Idea Najim Academy rank in Texas?
Essence Preparatory Charter School is 4667th of 4,686 and Idea Najim Academy is 4404th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).