Custer County Elementary School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Custer County Elementary School
Westcliffe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
146 students
West Elementary School
Colorado Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
144 students
| Measure | Custer County Elementary School Westcliffe, Colorado | West Elementary School Colorado Springs, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #343 of 993 | #797 of 993 |
| National rank | #21927 of 50,301 | #42333 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 146 | 144 |
| Enrollment | 146 | 144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 83.3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | Westcliffe | Colorado Springs |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Custer County Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 24.0).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 27%).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 83.3%).
- •Custer County Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 10.3).
- •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 Custer County Elementary School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Custer County Elementary School ranks higher (54.6 vs 24.0 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 Custer County Elementary School and West Elementary School?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Westcliffe and Colorado Springs in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Custer County Elementary School: 146. West Elementary School: 144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Custer County Elementary School and West Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Custer County Elementary School is 343rd of 993 and West Elementary School is 797th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).