Idea Lake Houston Academy vs Uplift Luna Prep Ps
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 360 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Lake Houston Academy
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
719 students
Uplift Luna Prep Ps
Dallas · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
719 students
| Measure | Idea Lake Houston Academy Houston, Texas | Uplift Luna Prep Ps Dallas, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4625 of 4,686 | #2952 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #47824 of 50,301 | #33465 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 719 | 719 |
| Enrollment | 719 | 719 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.5% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 43% |
| Math proficiency | – | 55% |
| city | Houston | Dallas |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Uplift Luna Prep Ps scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 14.6).
- •Idea Lake Houston Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.5% vs 89.2%).
- •Uplift Luna Prep Ps does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 23.2).
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 Lake Houston Academy better than Uplift Luna Prep Ps?
On the Success Index (US), Uplift Luna Prep Ps ranks higher (37.8 vs 14.6 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 Idea Lake Houston Academy and Uplift Luna Prep Ps?
About 360 km in a straight line, between Houston and Dallas in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Lake Houston Academy: 719. Uplift Luna Prep Ps: 719. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Lake Houston Academy and Uplift Luna Prep Ps rank in Texas?
Idea Lake Houston Academy is 4625th of 4,686 and Uplift Luna Prep Ps is 2952nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).