Powell El vs Sst Discovery
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Powell El
San Antonio · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
Sst Discovery
San Antonio · Charter elementary · Grades PK–7
508 students
| Measure | Powell El San Antonio, Texas | Sst Discovery San Antonio, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2676 of 4,686 | #1362 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #31606 of 50,301 | #20802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–7 |
| Students | 418 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.2% | 69.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | San Antonio | San Antonio |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sst Discovery scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.3 vs 40.5).
- •Sst Discovery does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Sst Discovery does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 38%).
- •Sst Discovery does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.7% vs 84.2%).
- •Powell El does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.4).
- •Sst Discovery is the larger school with 508 students compared with 418.
- •Powell El is a public school while Sst Discovery 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 Powell El better than Sst Discovery?
On the Success Index (US), Sst Discovery ranks higher (56.3 vs 40.5 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 Powell El and Sst Discovery?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between San Antonio and San Antonio in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powell El: 418. Sst Discovery: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powell El and Sst Discovery rank in Texas?
Powell El is 2676th of 4,686 and Sst Discovery is 1362nd of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).