Delaware Elementary vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Delaware Elementary
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
440 students
West Elementary School
Glenwood · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
440 students
| Measure | Delaware Elementary Des Moines, Iowa | West Elementary School Glenwood, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #102 of 654 | #197 of 654 |
| National rank | #2349 of 50,301 | #4685 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 440 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 440 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.9% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 84% |
| city | Des Moines | Glenwood |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Delaware Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.2 vs 80.6).
- •West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Delaware Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.9% vs 46.6%).
- •Delaware Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.2).
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 Delaware Elementary better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Delaware Elementary ranks higher (85.2 vs 80.6 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 Delaware Elementary and West Elementary School?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Glenwood in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Delaware Elementary: 440. West Elementary School: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Delaware Elementary and West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Delaware Elementary is 102nd of 654 and West Elementary School is 197th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).