Clark Elementary School vs Mitchell Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 218 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clark Elementary School
New London · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
314 students
Mitchell Elementary School
Ames · Public elementary · Grades K–5
314 students
| Measure | Clark Elementary School New London, Iowa | Mitchell Elementary School Ames, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #426 of 654 | #345 of 654 |
| National rank | #11520 of 50,301 | #8272 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 314 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 314 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| city | New London | Ames |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mitchell Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 69.7).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Mitchell Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Clark Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.4% vs 55.7%).
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 Clark Elementary School better than Mitchell Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mitchell Elementary School ranks higher (74.5 vs 69.7 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 Clark Elementary School and Mitchell Elementary School?
About 218 km in a straight line, between New London and Ames in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clark Elementary School: 314. Mitchell Elementary School: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clark Elementary School and Mitchell Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Clark Elementary School is 426th of 654 and Mitchell Elementary School is 345th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).