Floyd El vs John W Runyon El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Floyd El
Balch Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
552 students
John W Runyon El
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
417 students
| Measure | Floyd El Balch Springs, Texas | John W Runyon El Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4327 of 4,686 | #2981 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #43833 of 50,301 | #33674 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 552 | 417 |
| Enrollment | 552 | 417 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.8% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 52% |
| city | Balch Springs | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John W Runyon El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.5 vs 21.6).
- •John W Runyon El does better on math proficiency (52% vs 28%).
- •John W Runyon El does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 29%).
- •Floyd El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.8% vs 97.4%).
- •John W Runyon El does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.9).
- •Floyd El is the larger school with 552 students compared with 417.
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 Floyd El better than John W Runyon El?
On the Success Index (US), John W Runyon El ranks higher (37.5 vs 21.6 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 Floyd El and John W Runyon El?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Balch Springs and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Floyd El: 552. John W Runyon El: 417. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Floyd El and John W Runyon El rank in Texas?
Floyd El is 4327th of 4,686 and John W Runyon El is 2981st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).