Idea Spears Academy vs Stelle Claughton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Idea Spears Academy
Houston · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
728 students
Stelle Claughton Middle
Houston · Public middle · Grades 6–8
896 students
| Measure | Idea Spears Academy Houston, Texas | Stelle Claughton Middle Houston, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4648 of 4,686 | #1677 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #48427 of 50,301 | #14738 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 728 | 896 |
| Enrollment | 728 | 896 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 24% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Houston | Houston |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.2 vs 13.7).
- •Idea Spears Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 95%).
- •Stelle Claughton Middle does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 23.5).
- •Stelle Claughton Middle is the larger school with 896 students compared with 728.
- •Idea Spears Academy is a charter school while Stelle Claughton Middle 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 Spears Academy better than Stelle Claughton Middle?
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 Spears Academy and Stelle Claughton Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Houston and Houston in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Idea Spears Academy: 728. Stelle Claughton Middle: 896. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Idea Spears Academy and Stelle Claughton Middle rank in Texas?
Idea Spears Academy is 4648th of 4,686 and Stelle Claughton Middle is 1677th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).