Bryant Elementary School vs Downtown School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 172 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bryant Elementary School
Algona · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
197 students
Downtown School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
197 students
| Measure | Bryant Elementary School Algona, Iowa | Downtown School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #494 of 654 | #135 of 654 |
| National rank | #15152 of 50,301 | #3029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 197 | 197 |
| Enrollment | 197 | 197 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.1% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 77% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | Algona | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Downtown School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 64.4).
- •Downtown School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 42.1%).
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 Bryant Elementary School better than Downtown School?
On the Success Index (US), Downtown School ranks higher (83.7 vs 64.4 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 Bryant Elementary School and Downtown School?
About 172 km in a straight line, between Algona and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bryant Elementary School: 197. Downtown School: 197. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bryant Elementary School and Downtown School rank in Iowa?
Bryant Elementary School is 494th of 654 and Downtown School is 135th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).