Fahrney Elementary vs Jackson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fahrney Elementary
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
490 students
Jackson Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
490 students
| Measure | Fahrney Elementary Ottumwa, Iowa | Jackson Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #600 of 654 | #637 of 654 |
| National rank | #24454 of 50,301 | #32050 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 490 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 80.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 44% |
| Math proficiency | – | 46% |
| city | Ottumwa | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fahrney Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 39.8).
- •Fahrney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 80.6%).
- •Jackson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.3).
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 Fahrney Elementary better than Jackson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fahrney Elementary ranks higher (51.0 vs 39.8 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 Fahrney Elementary and Jackson Elementary School?
About 115 km in a straight line, between Ottumwa and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fahrney Elementary: 490. Jackson Elementary School: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fahrney Elementary and Jackson Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Fahrney Elementary is 600th of 654 and Jackson Elementary School is 637th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).