Idea Montopolis Academy vs Smith El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Montopolis Academy
Austin · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
694 students
Smith El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
566 students
| Measure | Idea Montopolis Academy Austin, Texas | Smith El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3423 of 4,686 | #3486 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #36666 of 50,301 | #37125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 694 | 566 |
| Enrollment | 694 | 566 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 39% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (32.9 vs 32.2).
- •Idea Montopolis Academy does better on math proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Idea Montopolis Academy does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 35%).
- •Idea Montopolis Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 88.9%).
- •Smith El does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 24.8).
- •Idea Montopolis Academy is the larger school with 694 students compared with 566.
- •Idea Montopolis Academy is a charter school while Smith 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 Montopolis Academy better than Smith El?
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 Montopolis Academy and Smith El?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Montopolis Academy: 694. Smith El: 566. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Montopolis Academy and Smith El rank in Texas?
Idea Montopolis Academy is 3423rd of 4,686 and Smith El is 3486th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).