Hidden Cove STEAM Academy vs Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hidden Cove STEAM Academy
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
453 students
Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory
San Antonio · Charter high · Grades 6–12
671 students
| Measure | Hidden Cove STEAM Academy San Antonio, Texas | Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3833 of 4,686 | #855 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #39461 of 50,301 | #9398 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 453 | 671 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 671 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94% | 81.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 60% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 28.6).
- •Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory does better on math proficiency (60% vs 36%).
- •Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 30%).
- •Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 94%).
- •Hidden Cove STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 18.6).
- •Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory is the larger school with 671 students compared with 453.
- •Hidden Cove STEAM Academy is a public school while Idea Brackenridge 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 Hidden Cove STEAM Academy better than Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory?
On the Success Index (US), Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory ranks higher (46.2 vs 28.6 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 Hidden Cove STEAM Academy and Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hidden Cove STEAM Academy: 453. Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory: 671. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hidden Cove STEAM Academy and Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory rank in Texas?
Hidden Cove STEAM Academy is 3833rd of 4,686 and Idea Brackenridge College Preparatory is 855th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).