Carver Elementary vs Moulton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 1.6 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
Moulton Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | Carver Elementary Des Moines, Iowa | Moulton Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #651 of 654 | #653 of 654 |
| National rank | #39106 of 50,301 | #40470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 436 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.4% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 36% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carver Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 26.9).
- •Carver Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 36%).
- •Moulton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Carver Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.4% vs 94.2%).
- •Moulton Elementary School is the larger school with 465 students compared with 436.
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 Moulton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Carver Elementary ranks higher (29.1 vs 26.9 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 Carver Elementary and Moulton Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carver Elementary: 436. Moulton Elementary School: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carver Elementary and Moulton Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Carver Elementary is 651st of 654 and Moulton Elementary School is 653rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).