Independence El vs STEM Academy at Polser El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.8 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 Polser El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
506 students
| Measure | Independence El Lewisville, Texas | STEM Academy at Polser El Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1301 of 4,686 | #1277 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #20129 of 50,301 | #19824 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 830 | 506 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 506 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.4% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Lewisville | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (57.2 vs 57.7).
- •Independence El does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Independence El does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 42%).
- •STEM Academy at Polser El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.2% vs 45.4%).
- •STEM Academy at Polser El does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.1).
- •Independence El is the larger school with 830 students compared with 506.
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 Polser 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 Independence El and STEM Academy at Polser El?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Lewisville and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence El: 830. STEM Academy at Polser El: 506. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence El and STEM Academy at Polser El rank in Texas?
Independence El is 1301st of 4,686 and STEM Academy at Polser El is 1277th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).