Independence El vs STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence El
Lewisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
830 students
STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
| Measure | Independence El Lewisville, Texas | STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1301 of 4,686 | #225 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #20129 of 50,301 | #2699 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 830 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.4% | 31.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 58% |
| city | Lewisville | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.2 vs 57.2).
- •STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle does better on math proficiency (58% vs 49%).
- •STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 54%).
- •STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.6% vs 45.4%).
- •STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.1).
- •Independence El is the larger school with 830 students compared with 572.
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 Independence El better than STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle ranks higher (73.2 vs 57.2 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 Independence El and STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Lewisville and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence El: 830. STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence El and STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle rank in Texas?
Independence El is 1301st of 4,686 and STEM Academy at Creek Valley Middle is 225th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).