Alta-Aurelia High School vs Alta Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta-Aurelia High School
Alta · Public high · Grades 9–12
221 students
Alta Elementary School
Alta · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
256 students
| Measure | Alta-Aurelia High School Alta, Iowa | Alta Elementary School Alta, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #197 of 319 | #399 of 654 |
| National rank | #2845 of 16,910 | #10234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 221 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 221 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.4% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 64.5% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 64.5% | 67% |
| city | Alta | Alta |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.8 vs 71.5).
- •Alta Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 64.5%).
- •Alta Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 64.5%).
- •Alta-Aurelia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.4% vs 40.6%).
- •Alta-Aurelia High School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.0).
- •Alta Elementary School is the larger school with 256 students compared with 221.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alta-Aurelia High School better than Alta Elementary School?
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 Alta-Aurelia High School and Alta Elementary School?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Alta and Alta in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta-Aurelia High School: 221. Alta Elementary School: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta-Aurelia High School and Alta Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Alta-Aurelia High School is 197th of 319 and Alta Elementary School is 399th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).