Idea McAllen Academy vs Rowe H S
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea McAllen Academy
McAllen · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
738 students
Rowe H S
Mc Allen · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,905 students
| Measure | Idea McAllen Academy McAllen, Texas | Rowe H S Mc Allen, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2097 of 4,686 | #697 of 1,419 |
| National rank | #27392 of 50,301 | #8001 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 738 | 1,905 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 1,905 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 70.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 58% |
| city | McAllen | Mc Allen |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rowe H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 46.7).
- •Rowe H S does better on math proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Idea McAllen Academy does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 47%).
- •Rowe H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.2% vs 78.3%).
- •Rowe H S does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 21.7).
- •Rowe H S is the larger school with 1,905 students compared with 738.
- •Idea McAllen Academy is a charter school while Rowe 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 McAllen Academy better than Rowe H S?
On the Success Index (US), Rowe H S ranks higher (51.5 vs 46.7 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 McAllen Academy and Rowe H S?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between McAllen and Mc Allen in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea McAllen Academy: 738. Rowe H S: 1,905. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea McAllen Academy and Rowe H S rank in Texas?
Idea McAllen Academy is 2097th of 4,686 and Rowe H S is 697th of 1,419 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).