Houston Gateway Academy vs Idea Walzem Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 297 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston Gateway Academy
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
613 students
Idea Walzem Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
611 students
| Measure | Houston Gateway Academy Houston, Texas | Idea Walzem Academy San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1072 of 4,686 | #4124 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #17352 of 50,301 | #41764 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 613 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.6% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 36% |
| city | Houston | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Houston Gateway Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 24.9).
- •Houston Gateway Academy does better on math proficiency (86% vs 36%).
- •Houston Gateway Academy does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 37%).
- •Idea Walzem Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 85.6%).
- •Houston Gateway Academy does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 21.1).
- •Houston Gateway Academy is the larger school with 613 students compared with 611.
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 Houston Gateway Academy better than Idea Walzem Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Houston Gateway Academy ranks higher (61.2 vs 24.9 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 Houston Gateway Academy and Idea Walzem Academy?
About 297 km in a straight line, between Houston and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston Gateway Academy: 613. Idea Walzem Academy: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston Gateway Academy and Idea Walzem Academy rank in Texas?
Houston Gateway Academy is 1072nd of 4,686 and Idea Walzem Academy is 4124th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).