Kelly Academy at Lowell vs Prelude Preparatory Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kelly Academy at Lowell
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
497 students
Prelude Preparatory Charter School
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades PK–5
162 students
| Measure | Kelly Academy at Lowell San Antonio, Texas | Prelude Preparatory Charter School San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3651 of 4,686 | #3789 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #38216 of 50,301 | #39219 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 497 | 162 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 162 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kelly Academy at Lowell scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 29.0).
- •Prelude Preparatory Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 95.2%).
- •Prelude Preparatory Charter School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.1).
- •Kelly Academy at Lowell is the larger school with 497 students compared with 162.
- •Kelly Academy at Lowell is a public school while Prelude Preparatory Charter School 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 Kelly Academy at Lowell better than Prelude Preparatory Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Kelly Academy at Lowell ranks higher (30.5 vs 29.0 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 Kelly Academy at Lowell and Prelude Preparatory Charter School?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kelly Academy at Lowell: 497. Prelude Preparatory Charter School: 162. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kelly Academy at Lowell and Prelude Preparatory Charter School rank in Texas?
Kelly Academy at Lowell is 3651st of 4,686 and Prelude Preparatory Charter School is 3789th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).