Jim Cullen El vs Ridgetop El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jim Cullen El
Kyle · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
396 students
Ridgetop El
Austin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
396 students
| Measure | Jim Cullen El Kyle, Texas | Ridgetop El Austin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #94 of 4,686 | #801 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #1867 of 50,301 | #13518 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 396 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 396 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.2% | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Kyle | Austin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jim Cullen El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.4 vs 66.9).
- •Ridgetop El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.4% vs 20.2%).
- •Jim Cullen El does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.7).
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 Jim Cullen El better than Ridgetop El?
On the Success Index (US), Jim Cullen El ranks higher (86.4 vs 66.9 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 Jim Cullen El and Ridgetop El?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Kyle and Austin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Cullen El: 396. Ridgetop El: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Cullen El and Ridgetop El rank in Texas?
Jim Cullen El is 94th of 4,686 and Ridgetop El is 801st of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).