East Elementary School vs Wright Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Elementary School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades K–2
265 students
Wright Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
265 students
| Measure | East Elementary School Independence, Iowa | Wright Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #387 of 654 | #580 of 654 |
| National rank | #9850 of 50,301 | #21700 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 265 | 265 |
| Enrollment | 265 | 265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Independence | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.1 vs 55.0).
- •East Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40% vs 77.7%).
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 Wright Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), East Elementary School ranks higher (72.1 vs 55.0 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 East Elementary School and Wright Elementary School?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Independence and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Elementary School: 265. Wright Elementary School: 265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Elementary School and Wright Elementary School rank in Iowa?
East Elementary School is 387th of 654 and Wright Elementary School is 580th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).