Carlson Elementary School vs Custer County Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 178 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlson Elementary School
Idaho Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
144 students
Custer County Elementary School
Westcliffe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
146 students
| Measure | Carlson Elementary School Idaho Springs, Colorado | Custer County Elementary School Westcliffe, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #646 of 993 | #343 of 993 |
| National rank | #35764 of 50,301 | #21927 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 144 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 144 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 9.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Idaho Springs | Westcliffe |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Custer County Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 34.2).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Carlson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.1% vs 50.7%).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.0).
- •Custer County Elementary School is the larger school with 146 students compared with 144.
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 Carlson Elementary School better than Custer County Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Custer County Elementary School ranks higher (54.6 vs 34.2 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 Carlson Elementary School and Custer County Elementary School?
About 178 km in a straight line, between Idaho Springs and Westcliffe in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlson Elementary School: 144. Custer County Elementary School: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlson Elementary School and Custer County Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Carlson Elementary School is 646th of 993 and Custer County Elementary School is 343rd of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).