Idea College Preparatory Alamo vs Idea Elsa College Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Texas, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea College Preparatory Alamo
Alamo · Charter high · Grades 6–12
737 students
Idea Elsa College Preparatory
Elsa · Charter high · Grades 6–12
737 students
| Measure | Idea College Preparatory Alamo Alamo, Texas | Idea Elsa College Preparatory Elsa, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #886 of 1,419 | #887 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #9641 of 16,910 | #9642 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 737 | 737 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 737 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 90.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 67% |
| city | Alamo | Elsa |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.2 vs 45.2).
- •Idea Elsa College Preparatory does better on math proficiency (67% vs 61%).
- •Idea College Preparatory Alamo does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •Idea Elsa College Preparatory does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.6% vs 95.8%).
- •Idea Elsa College Preparatory does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 16.8).
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 College Preparatory Alamo better than Idea Elsa 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 Idea College Preparatory Alamo and Idea Elsa College Preparatory?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Alamo and Elsa in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea College Preparatory Alamo: 737. Idea Elsa College Preparatory: 737. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea College Preparatory Alamo and Idea Elsa College Preparatory rank in Texas?
Idea College Preparatory Alamo is 886th of 1,419 and Idea Elsa College Preparatory is 887th of 1,419 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).