Early Childhood Center vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 261 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Early Childhood Center
Independence · Public other · Grades PK–PK
46 students
West Elementary School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
360 students
| Measure | Early Childhood Center Independence, Iowa | West Elementary School Independence, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | – | #157 of 654 |
| National rank | – | #3602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 46 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 46 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.1% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 46.0 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 70% |
| Math proficiency | – | 76% |
| city | Independence | Independence |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 39.4%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 46.0).
- •West Elementary School is the larger school with 360 students compared with 46.
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 Early Childhood Center better than West Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Early Childhood Center and West Elementary School?
About 261 m in a straight line, between Independence and Independence in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Early Childhood Center: 46. West Elementary School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Early Childhood Center and West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Early Childhood Center is unranked and West Elementary School is 157th of 654 among other schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).