Ekstrand Elementary School vs Herbert Hoover Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 79 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ekstrand Elementary School
De Witt · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
464 students
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
Iowa City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
464 students
| Measure | Ekstrand Elementary School De Witt, Iowa | Herbert Hoover Elementary School Iowa City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #112 of 654 | #458 of 654 |
| National rank | #2560 of 50,301 | #13009 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 464 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.2% | 46.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 77% | – |
| city | De Witt | Iowa City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ekstrand Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.7 vs 67.6).
- •Ekstrand Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.2% vs 46.6%).
- •Herbert Hoover Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 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 Ekstrand Elementary School better than Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ekstrand Elementary School ranks higher (84.7 vs 67.6 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 Ekstrand Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Elementary School?
About 79 km in a straight line, between De Witt and Iowa City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ekstrand Elementary School: 464. Herbert Hoover Elementary School: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ekstrand Elementary School and Herbert Hoover Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Ekstrand Elementary School is 112th of 654 and Herbert Hoover Elementary School is 458th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).