Independence El vs STEM Academy at Memorial El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.4 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 Memorial El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
742 students
| Measure | Independence El Lewisville, Texas | STEM Academy at Memorial El Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1301 of 4,686 | #700 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #20129 of 50,301 | #12034 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 830 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.4% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | Lewisville | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEM Academy at Memorial El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.0 vs 57.2).
- •STEM Academy at Memorial El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21% vs 45.4%).
- •Independence El does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.1).
- •Independence El is the larger school with 830 students compared with 742.
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 Memorial El?
On the Success Index (US), STEM Academy at Memorial El ranks higher (69.0 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 Memorial El?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Lewisville and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence El: 830. STEM Academy at Memorial El: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence El and STEM Academy at Memorial El rank in Texas?
Independence El is 1301st of 4,686 and STEM Academy at Memorial El is 700th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).