Idea Ewing Halsell Academy vs South San Antonio H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
704 students
South San Antonio H S
San Antonio · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,190 students
| Measure | Idea Ewing Halsell Academy San Antonio, Texas | South San Antonio H S San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4384 of 4,686 | #1216 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #44348 of 50,301 | #12850 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 704 | 2,190 |
| Enrollment | 704 | 2,190 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 89.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 36% |
| Math proficiency | – | 43% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South San Antonio H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.2 vs 20.8).
- •Idea Ewing Halsell Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 89.6%).
- •South San Antonio H S does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 24.3).
- •South San Antonio H S is the larger school with 2,190 students compared with 704.
- •Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is a charter school while South San Antonio H S 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 Ewing Halsell Academy better than South San Antonio H S?
On the Success Index (US), South San Antonio H S ranks higher (32.2 vs 20.8 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 Ewing Halsell Academy and South San Antonio H S?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy: 704. South San Antonio H S: 2,190. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Ewing Halsell Academy and South San Antonio H S rank in Texas?
Idea Ewing Halsell Academy is 4384th of 4,686 and South San Antonio H S is 1216th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).