Graham El vs Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Graham El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
412 students
Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory
Austin · Charter other · Grades 6–11
624 students
| Measure | Graham El Austin, Texas | Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #789 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #13361 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–11 |
| Students | 412 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.7% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.4% vs 84.7%).
- •Graham El does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 16.9).
- •Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory is the larger school with 624 students compared with 412.
- •Graham El is a public school while Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory 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 Graham El better than Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Graham El and Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Graham El: 412. Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Graham El and Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory rank in Texas?
Graham El is 789th of 4,686 and Idea Parmer Park College Preparatory is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).