Dalton Elementary School vs Iron Horse Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dalton Elementary School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
Iron Horse Elementary School
Parker · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
430 students
| Measure | Dalton Elementary School Aurora, Colorado | Iron Horse Elementary School Parker, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #794 of 993 | #247 of 993 |
| National rank | #42283 of 50,301 | #16993 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 430 | 430 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 430 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.6% | 22.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 47% |
| city | Aurora | Parker |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Iron Horse Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.7 vs 24.0).
- •Iron Horse Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 20%).
- •Iron Horse Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Iron Horse Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.8% vs 75.6%).
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 Dalton Elementary School better than Iron Horse Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Iron Horse Elementary School ranks higher (61.7 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 Dalton Elementary School and Iron Horse Elementary School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Parker in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dalton Elementary School: 430. Iron Horse Elementary School: 430. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dalton Elementary School and Iron Horse Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Dalton Elementary School is 794th of 993 and Iron Horse Elementary School is 247th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).