Bronson Elementary School vs Cowles Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 226 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bronson Elementary School
Bronson · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
390 students
Cowles Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
392 students
| Measure | Bronson Elementary School Bronson, Iowa | Cowles Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #101 of 654 | #108 of 654 |
| National rank | #2342 of 50,301 | #2510 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 390 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 390 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.3% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| city | Bronson | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (85.2 vs 84.8).
- •Cowles Elementary School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Cowles Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 82%).
- •Cowles Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 21.3%).
- •Bronson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.0).
- •Cowles Elementary School is the larger school with 392 students compared with 390.
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 Bronson Elementary School better than Cowles 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 Bronson Elementary School and Cowles Elementary School?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Bronson and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bronson Elementary School: 390. Cowles Elementary School: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bronson Elementary School and Cowles Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Bronson Elementary School is 101st of 654 and Cowles Elementary School is 108th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).