Dexter Elementary School vs Fairbank Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 219 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter Elementary School
Dexter · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
186 students
Fairbank Elementary School
Fairbank · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
187 students
| Measure | Dexter Elementary School Dexter, Iowa | Fairbank Elementary School Fairbank, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #404 of 654 | #45 of 654 |
| National rank | #10577 of 50,301 | #1354 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 186 | 187 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 187 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 18.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 92% |
| city | Dexter | Fairbank |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairbank Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.8 vs 71.0).
- •Fairbank Elementary School does better on math proficiency (92% vs 62%).
- •Fairbank Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Fairbank Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.7% vs 43.5%).
- •Dexter Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.4).
- •Fairbank Elementary School is the larger school with 187 students compared with 186.
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 Dexter Elementary School better than Fairbank Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairbank Elementary School ranks higher (87.8 vs 71.0 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 Dexter Elementary School and Fairbank Elementary School?
About 219 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Fairbank in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter Elementary School: 186. Fairbank Elementary School: 187. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter Elementary School and Fairbank Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Dexter Elementary School is 404th of 654 and Fairbank Elementary School is 45th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).