Fahrney Elementary vs Liberty Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 863 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fahrney Elementary
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
490 students
Liberty Intermediate School
Ottumwa · Public middle · Grades 6–7
633 students
| Measure | Fahrney Elementary Ottumwa, Iowa | Liberty Intermediate School Ottumwa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #600 of 654 | #202 of 239 |
| National rank | #24454 of 50,301 | #5461 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades 6–7 |
| Students | 490 | 633 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 633 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 50% |
| Math proficiency | – | 54% |
| city | Ottumwa | Ottumwa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Liberty Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.1 vs 51.0).
- •Liberty Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 49.8%).
- •Liberty Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 16.3).
- •Liberty Intermediate School is the larger school with 633 students compared with 490.
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 Liberty Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Liberty Intermediate School ranks higher (60.1 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 Liberty Intermediate School?
About 863 m in a straight line, between Ottumwa and Ottumwa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fahrney Elementary: 490. Liberty Intermediate School: 633. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fahrney Elementary and Liberty Intermediate School rank in Iowa?
Fahrney Elementary is 600th of 654 and Liberty Intermediate School is 202nd of 239 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).