East Elementary School vs Gilbert Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Elementary School
Ankeny · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
Gilbert Elementary School
Gilbert · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
409 students
| Measure | East Elementary School Ankeny, Iowa | Gilbert Elementary School Gilbert, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #215 of 654 | #385 of 654 |
| National rank | #5121 of 50,301 | #9781 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 409 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | Ankeny | Gilbert |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.7 vs 72.2).
- •Gilbert Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 46.2%).
- •East Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.0).
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 East Elementary School better than Gilbert Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Elementary School ranks higher (79.7 vs 72.2 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 East Elementary School and Gilbert Elementary School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Ankeny and Gilbert in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Elementary School: 409. Gilbert Elementary School: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Elementary School and Gilbert Elementary School rank in Iowa?
East Elementary School is 215th of 654 and Gilbert Elementary School is 385th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).