Cardinal Elementary vs Wilson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardinal Elementary
Eldon · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
495 students
Wilson Elementary School
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades K–5
335 students
| Measure | Cardinal Elementary Eldon, Iowa | Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #396 of 654 | #566 of 654 |
| National rank | #10111 of 50,301 | #19687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 495 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 59.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| city | Eldon | Ottumwa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cardinal Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.7 vs 57.9).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Cardinal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Wilson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.7% vs 64.4%).
- •Wilson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.0).
- •Cardinal Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 335.
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 Cardinal Elementary better than Wilson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Cardinal Elementary ranks higher (71.7 vs 57.9 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 Cardinal Elementary and Wilson Elementary School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Eldon and Ottumwa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cardinal Elementary: 495. Wilson Elementary School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cardinal Elementary and Wilson Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Cardinal Elementary is 396th of 654 and Wilson Elementary School is 566th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).