Fahrney Elementary vs Lakeview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 119 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
Lakeview Elementary
Solon · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
490 students
| Measure | Fahrney Elementary Ottumwa, Iowa | Lakeview Elementary Solon, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #600 of 654 | #36 of 654 |
| National rank | #24454 of 50,301 | #1244 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 490 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 6.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 82% |
| Math proficiency | – | 82% |
| city | Ottumwa | Solon |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeview Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.2 vs 51.0).
- •Lakeview Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.3% vs 49.8%).
- •Lakeview Elementary 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 Lakeview Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeview Elementary ranks higher (88.2 vs 51.0 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 Lakeview Elementary?
About 119 km in a straight line, between Ottumwa and Solon in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fahrney Elementary: 490. Lakeview Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fahrney Elementary and Lakeview Elementary rank in Iowa?
Fahrney Elementary is 600th of 654 and Lakeview Elementary is 36th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).