Magnolia El vs Ward El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 453 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magnolia El
Magnolia · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
502 students
Ward El
Abilene · Public elementary · Grades K–5
502 students
| Measure | Magnolia El Magnolia, Texas | Ward El Abilene, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2190 of 4,686 | #1790 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #28172 of 50,301 | #24858 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 502 | 502 |
| Enrollment | 502 | 502 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.8% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 45% |
| city | Magnolia | Abilene |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ward El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.5 vs 45.6).
- •Ward El does better on math proficiency (45% vs 44%).
- •Ward El does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 37%).
- •Magnolia El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.8% vs 57.8%).
- •Magnolia El does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.7).
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 Magnolia El better than Ward El?
On the Success Index (US), Ward El ranks higher (50.5 vs 45.6 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 Magnolia El and Ward El?
About 453 km in a straight line, between Magnolia and Abilene in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magnolia El: 502. Ward El: 502. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magnolia El and Ward El rank in Texas?
Magnolia El is 2190th of 4,686 and Ward El is 1790th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).