Southside El vs Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southside El
Palestine · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
442 students
Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine
Palestine · Charter other · Grades K–12
263 students
| Measure | Southside El Palestine, Texas | Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine Palestine, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #2699 of 4,686 | – |
| National rank | #31763 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 2–3 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 442 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 62% |
| city | Palestine | Palestine |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine does better on math proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 46%).
- •Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.7).
- •Southside El is the larger school with 442 students compared with 263.
- •Southside El is a public school while Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine 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 Southside El better than Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Southside El and Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Palestine and Palestine in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southside El: 442. Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southside El and Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine rank in Texas?
Southside El is 2699th of 4,686 and Ut Tyler University Academy at Palestine is unranked among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).