Epworth Elementary School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Epworth Elementary School
Epworth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
360 students
West Elementary School
Independence · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
360 students
| Measure | Epworth Elementary School Epworth, Iowa | West Elementary School Independence, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #10 of 654 | #157 of 654 |
| National rank | #666 of 50,301 | #3602 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 360 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.2% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 76% |
| city | Epworth | Independence |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Epworth Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.6 vs 82.6).
- •Epworth Elementary School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 76%).
- •Epworth Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 70%).
- •Epworth Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.2% vs 39.4%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.3).
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 Epworth Elementary School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Epworth Elementary School ranks higher (90.6 vs 82.6 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 Epworth Elementary School and West Elementary School?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Epworth and Independence in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Epworth Elementary School: 360. West Elementary School: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Epworth Elementary School and West Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Epworth Elementary School is 10th of 654 and West Elementary School is 157th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).