Cornell Elementary School vs West Willow Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 158 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cornell Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
555 students
West Willow Elementary School
Cedar Rapids · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
555 students
| Measure | Cornell Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa | West Willow Elementary School Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #411 of 654 | #338 of 654 |
| National rank | #10994 of 50,301 | #7996 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 555 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 555 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.5% | 49.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 77% |
| city | Des Moines | Cedar Rapids |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Willow Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.0 vs 70.4).
- •West Willow Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •West Willow Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Cornell Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.5% vs 49.9%).
- •Cornell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
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 Cornell Elementary School better than West Willow Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Willow Elementary School ranks higher (75.0 vs 70.4 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 Cornell Elementary School and West Willow Elementary School?
About 158 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cornell Elementary School: 555. West Willow Elementary School: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornell Elementary School and West Willow Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Cornell Elementary School is 411th of 654 and West Willow Elementary School is 338th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).