Edwards Elementary School vs South Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 38 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwards Elementary School
Ames · Public elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
South Prairie Elementary
Grimes · Public elementary · Grades K–4
436 students
| Measure | Edwards Elementary School Ames, Iowa | South Prairie Elementary Grimes, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #373 of 654 | #66 of 654 |
| National rank | #9297 of 50,301 | #1691 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 436 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 84% |
| city | Ames | Grimes |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Prairie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 72.9).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 67%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 62%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 44.5%).
- •Edwards Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.6).
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 Edwards Elementary School better than South Prairie Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Prairie Elementary ranks higher (86.9 vs 72.9 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 Edwards Elementary School and South Prairie Elementary?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Ames and Grimes in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwards Elementary School: 436. South Prairie Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwards Elementary School and South Prairie Elementary rank in Iowa?
Edwards Elementary School is 373rd of 654 and South Prairie Elementary is 66th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).