Jerry R Junkins El vs Life School Carrollton
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jerry R Junkins El
Carrollton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
702 students
Life School Carrollton
Carrollton · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
283 students
| Measure | Jerry R Junkins El Carrollton, Texas | Life School Carrollton Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3196 of 4,686 | #2707 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #35206 of 50,301 | #31809 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 702 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 64.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | Carrollton | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Life School Carrollton scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 35.1).
- •Life School Carrollton does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.3% vs 86.3%).
- •Life School Carrollton does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.6).
- •Jerry R Junkins El is the larger school with 702 students compared with 283.
- •Jerry R Junkins El is a public school while Life School Carrollton is a charter 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 Jerry R Junkins El better than Life School Carrollton?
On the Success Index (US), Life School Carrollton ranks higher (40.2 vs 35.1 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 Jerry R Junkins El and Life School Carrollton?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jerry R Junkins El: 702. Life School Carrollton: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jerry R Junkins El and Life School Carrollton rank in Texas?
Jerry R Junkins El is 3196th of 4,686 and Life School Carrollton is 2707th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).