Audubon Elementary School vs Prairie West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 229 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Audubon Elementary School
Audubon · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
252 students
Prairie West Elementary
Waverly · Public elementary · Grades K–4
252 students
| Measure | Audubon Elementary School Audubon, Iowa | Prairie West Elementary Waverly, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #401 of 654 | #309 of 654 |
| National rank | #10429 of 50,301 | #7221 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 252 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 252 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.6% | 23.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Audubon | Waverly |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie West Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 71.2).
- •Prairie West Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.4% vs 30.6%).
- •Audubon Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 14.0).
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 Audubon Elementary School better than Prairie West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie West Elementary ranks higher (76.2 vs 71.2 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 Audubon Elementary School and Prairie West Elementary?
About 229 km in a straight line, between Audubon and Waverly in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Audubon Elementary School: 252. Prairie West Elementary: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Audubon Elementary School and Prairie West Elementary rank in Iowa?
Audubon Elementary School is 401st of 654 and Prairie West Elementary is 309th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).