Dexter Elementary School vs West Central Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 6.4 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
West Central Valley High School
Stuart · Public high · Grades 9–12
264 students
| Measure | Dexter Elementary School Dexter, Iowa | West Central Valley High School Stuart, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #404 of 654 | #160 of 319 |
| National rank | #10577 of 50,301 | #2245 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 186 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 186 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.5% | 40.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 64.5% |
| city | Dexter | Stuart |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Central Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.5 vs 71.0).
- •West Central Valley High School does better on math proficiency (64.5% vs 62%).
- •West Central Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 67%).
- •West Central Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.9% vs 43.5%).
- •West Central Valley High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.3).
- •West Central Valley High School is the larger school with 264 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 West Central Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Central Valley High School ranks higher (74.5 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 West Central Valley High School?
About 6.4 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Stuart in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter Elementary School: 186. West Central Valley High School: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter Elementary School and West Central Valley High School rank in Iowa?
Dexter Elementary School is 404th of 654 and West Central Valley High School is 160th of 319 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).