Carver Elementary vs Edwards Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 47 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carver Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
436 students
Edwards Elementary School
Ames · Public elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
| Measure | Carver Elementary Des Moines, Iowa | Edwards Elementary School Ames, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #651 of 654 | #373 of 654 |
| National rank | #39106 of 50,301 | #9297 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 436 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 44.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 67% |
| city | Des Moines | Ames |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edwards Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 29.1).
- •Edwards Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 43%).
- •Edwards Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 28%).
- •Edwards Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 92.4%).
- •Edwards Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.5).
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 Carver Elementary better than Edwards Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Edwards Elementary School ranks higher (72.9 vs 29.1 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 Carver Elementary and Edwards Elementary School?
About 47 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Ames in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Elementary: 436. Edwards Elementary School: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Elementary and Edwards Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Carver Elementary is 651st of 654 and Edwards Elementary School is 373rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).