Douma Elementary School vs Fahrney Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 94 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Douma Elementary School
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
327 students
Fahrney Elementary
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
490 students
| Measure | Douma Elementary School Ottumwa, Iowa | Fahrney Elementary Ottumwa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #437 of 654 | #600 of 654 |
| National rank | #11920 of 50,301 | #24454 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 327 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.5% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Ottumwa | Ottumwa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Douma Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.1 vs 51.0).
- •Fahrney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 50.5%).
- •Douma Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 16.3).
- •Fahrney Elementary is the larger school with 490 students compared with 327.
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 Douma Elementary School better than Fahrney Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Douma Elementary School ranks higher (69.1 vs 51.0 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 Douma Elementary School and Fahrney Elementary?
About 94 m in a straight line, between Ottumwa and Ottumwa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Douma Elementary School: 327. Fahrney Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Douma Elementary School and Fahrney Elementary rank in Iowa?
Douma Elementary School is 437th of 654 and Fahrney Elementary is 600th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).