Carlisle Elementary School vs Walnut Hills Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlisle Elementary School
Carlisle · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
715 students
Walnut Hills Elementary School
Urbandale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
708 students
| Measure | Carlisle Elementary School Carlisle, Iowa | Walnut Hills Elementary School Urbandale, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #153 of 654 | #49 of 654 |
| National rank | #3507 of 50,301 | #1416 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 715 | 708 |
| Enrollment | 715 | 708 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.9% | 7.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 92% |
| city | Carlisle | Urbandale |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Hills Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 82.7).
- •Walnut Hills Elementary School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 77%).
- •Walnut Hills Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 72%).
- •Walnut Hills Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.1% vs 29.9%).
- •Carlisle Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.3).
- •Carlisle Elementary School is the larger school with 715 students compared with 708.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Carlisle Elementary School better than Walnut Hills Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Hills Elementary School ranks higher (87.7 vs 82.7 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 Carlisle Elementary School and Walnut Hills Elementary School?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Carlisle and Urbandale in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlisle Elementary School: 715. Walnut Hills Elementary School: 708. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlisle Elementary School and Walnut Hills Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Carlisle Elementary School is 153rd of 654 and Walnut Hills Elementary School is 49th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).