Brubaker Elementary School vs McKee Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 932 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brubaker Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
622 students
McKee Elementary School
Des Moines · Public other · Grades PK–PK
235 students
| Measure | Brubaker Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa | McKee Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #618 of 654 | – |
| National rank | #27277 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 622 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McKee Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66% vs 83.3%).
- •Brubaker Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 19.6).
- •Brubaker Elementary School is the larger school with 622 students compared with 235.
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 Brubaker Elementary School better than McKee 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 Brubaker Elementary School and McKee Elementary School?
About 932 m in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brubaker Elementary School: 622. McKee Elementary School: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brubaker Elementary School and McKee Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Brubaker Elementary School is 618th of 654 and McKee Elementary School is unranked among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).