Columbus Elementary School vs North Mahaska Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 74 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Elementary School
Chariton · Public elementary · Grades K–2
301 students
North Mahaska Elementary School
New Sharon · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
301 students
| Measure | Columbus Elementary School Chariton, Iowa | North Mahaska Elementary School New Sharon, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #631 of 654 | #72 of 654 |
| National rank | #30744 of 50,301 | #1763 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 301 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 301 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 25.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 82% |
| city | Chariton | New Sharon |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Mahaska Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.7 vs 41.8).
- •North Mahaska Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.2% vs 65.4%).
- •North Mahaska Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.8).
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 Columbus Elementary School better than North Mahaska Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Mahaska Elementary School ranks higher (86.7 vs 41.8 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 Columbus Elementary School and North Mahaska Elementary School?
About 74 km in a straight line, between Chariton and New Sharon in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Elementary School: 301. North Mahaska Elementary School: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Elementary School and North Mahaska Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Columbus Elementary School is 631st of 654 and North Mahaska Elementary School is 72nd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).