Emerson Elementary School vs North Polk West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary School
Indianola · Public elementary · Grades K–5
396 students
North Polk West Elementary School
Polk City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
396 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary School Indianola, Iowa | North Polk West Elementary School Polk City, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #68 of 654 | #39 of 654 |
| National rank | #1704 of 50,301 | #1276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 396 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 396 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.3% | 7.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 87% |
| city | Indianola | Polk City |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Polk West Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.1 vs 86.8).
- •North Polk West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •North Polk West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •North Polk West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.3% vs 27.3%).
- •Emerson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.8).
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 Emerson Elementary School better than North Polk West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Polk West Elementary School ranks higher (88.1 vs 86.8 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 Emerson Elementary School and North Polk West Elementary School?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Indianola and Polk City in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary School: 396. North Polk West Elementary School: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary School and North Polk West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Emerson Elementary School is 68th of 654 and North Polk West Elementary School is 39th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).