Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy vs Michael El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Michael El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
530 students
| Measure | Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy San Antonio, Texas | Michael El San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3768 of 4,686 | #3515 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #39127 of 50,301 | #37290 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 423 | 530 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 530 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 78.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 30% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michael El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.9 vs 29.1).
- •Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 78.1%).
- •Michael El does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 22.3).
- •Michael El is the larger school with 530 students compared with 423.
- •Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy is a charter school while Michael El 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 Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy better than Michael El?
On the Success Index (US), Michael El ranks higher (31.9 vs 29.1 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 Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy and Michael El?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy: 423. Michael El: 530. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy and Michael El rank in Texas?
Idea Ambrose and Freda Robinson Academy is 3768th of 4,686 and Michael El is 3515th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).