Emmetsburg High School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 780 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emmetsburg High School
Emmetsburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
West Elementary School
Emmetsburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
293 students
| Measure | Emmetsburg High School Emmetsburg, Iowa | West Elementary School Emmetsburg, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #217 of 319 | #515 of 654 |
| National rank | #3316 of 16,910 | #16017 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 235 | 293 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 293 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.4% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 117.5 | 41.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Emmetsburg | Emmetsburg |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emmetsburg High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.9 vs 63.2).
- •Emmetsburg High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Emmetsburg High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Emmetsburg High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.4% vs 43.3%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (41.9 vs 117.5).
- •West Elementary School is the larger school with 293 students compared with 235.
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 Emmetsburg High School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Emmetsburg High School ranks higher (69.9 vs 63.2 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 Emmetsburg High School and West Elementary School?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Emmetsburg and Emmetsburg in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emmetsburg High School: 235. West Elementary School: 293. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emmetsburg High School and West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Emmetsburg High School is 217th of 319 and West Elementary School is 515th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).