Aplington Elementary School vs Murray Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 193 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aplington Elementary School
Aplington · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
165 students
Murray Elementary School
Murray · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
165 students
| Measure | Aplington Elementary School Aplington, Iowa | Murray Elementary School Murray, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #241 of 654 | #223 of 654 |
| National rank | #5525 of 50,301 | #5194 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 165 | 165 |
| Enrollment | 165 | 165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 49.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 82% |
| city | Aplington | Murray |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.0 vs 79.6).
- •Murray Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Murray Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Aplington Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 49.7%).
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 Aplington Elementary School better than Murray 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 Aplington Elementary School and Murray Elementary School?
About 193 km in a straight line, between Aplington and Murray in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aplington Elementary School: 165. Murray Elementary School: 165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aplington Elementary School and Murray Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Aplington Elementary School is 241st of 654 and Murray Elementary School is 223rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).