Carrie Lee Elementary vs John Cline Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 639 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carrie Lee Elementary
Decorah · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
215 students
John Cline Elementary School
Decorah · Public elementary · Grades K–2
300 students
| Measure | Carrie Lee Elementary Decorah, Iowa | John Cline Elementary School Decorah, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #70 of 654 | #100 of 654 |
| National rank | #1739 of 50,301 | #2314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 215 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 22.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | – |
| Math proficiency | 86% | – |
| city | Decorah | Decorah |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carrie Lee Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.7 vs 85.3).
- •John Cline Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 30.7%).
- •John Cline Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •John Cline Elementary School is the larger school with 300 students compared with 215.
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 Carrie Lee Elementary better than John Cline Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Carrie Lee Elementary ranks higher (86.7 vs 85.3 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 Carrie Lee Elementary and John Cline Elementary School?
About 639 m in a straight line, between Decorah and Decorah in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carrie Lee Elementary: 215. John Cline Elementary School: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carrie Lee Elementary and John Cline Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Carrie Lee Elementary is 70th of 654 and John Cline Elementary School is 100th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).