Fahrney Elementary vs Wilson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 3.2 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
Wilson Elementary School
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades K–5
335 students
| Measure | Fahrney Elementary Ottumwa, Iowa | Wilson Elementary School Ottumwa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #600 of 654 | #566 of 654 |
| National rank | #24454 of 50,301 | #19687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 490 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 490 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.8% | 59.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Ottumwa | Ottumwa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.9 vs 51.0).
- •Fahrney Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 59.7%).
- •Wilson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 16.3).
- •Fahrney Elementary is the larger school with 490 students compared with 335.
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 Wilson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Elementary School ranks higher (57.9 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 Wilson Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Ottumwa and Ottumwa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fahrney Elementary: 490. Wilson Elementary School: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fahrney Elementary and Wilson Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Fahrney Elementary is 600th of 654 and Wilson Elementary School is 566th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).