Cherokee Elementary School vs East Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 52 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Elementary School
Cherokee · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
468 students
East Elementary School
Sheldon · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
468 students
| Measure | Cherokee Elementary School Cherokee, Iowa | East Elementary School Sheldon, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #516 of 654 | #136 of 654 |
| National rank | #16025 of 50,301 | #3030 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 468 | 468 |
| Enrollment | 468 | 468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50% | 42.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 82% |
| city | Cherokee | Sheldon |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 63.1).
- •East Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 57%).
- •East Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 57%).
- •East Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.3% vs 50%).
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 Cherokee Elementary School better than East Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Elementary School ranks higher (83.7 vs 63.1 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 Cherokee Elementary School and East Elementary School?
About 52 km in a straight line, between Cherokee and Sheldon in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Elementary School: 468. East Elementary School: 468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Elementary School and East Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Cherokee Elementary School is 516th of 654 and East Elementary School is 136th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).