Golden Rule Desoto vs Ruby Young Talented and Gifted 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.
Golden Rule Desoto
Desoto · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
402 students
Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy
Desoto · Public elementary · Grades K–8
263 students
| Measure | Golden Rule Desoto Desoto, Texas | Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy Desoto, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1719 of 4,686 | #4216 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #24128 of 50,301 | #42590 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 402 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 402 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 64.5% | 26% |
| city | Desoto | Desoto |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Rule Desoto scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 23.6).
- •Golden Rule Desoto does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 26%).
- •Golden Rule Desoto does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 26%).
- •Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 91.3%).
- •Golden Rule Desoto does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 20.2).
- •Golden Rule Desoto is the larger school with 402 students compared with 263.
- •Golden Rule Desoto is a charter school while Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy is a public 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 Golden Rule Desoto better than Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Rule Desoto ranks higher (51.5 vs 23.6 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 Golden Rule Desoto and Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Desoto and Desoto in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Rule Desoto: 402. Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Rule Desoto and Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy rank in Texas?
Golden Rule Desoto is 1719th of 4,686 and Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy is 4216th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).