Fairview Park Elementary vs James Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 325 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairview Park Elementary
Spencer · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
249 students
James Elementary School
Ottumwa · Public elementary · Grades K–5
249 students
| Measure | Fairview Park Elementary Spencer, Iowa | James Elementary School Ottumwa, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #244 of 654 | #513 of 654 |
| National rank | #5546 of 50,301 | #15795 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 249 | 249 |
| Enrollment | 249 | 249 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 68.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| city | Spencer | Ottumwa |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairview Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 63.5).
- •Fairview Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Fairview Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Fairview Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 68.3%).
- •Fairview Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.1).
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 Fairview Park Elementary better than James Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairview Park Elementary ranks higher (79.0 vs 63.5 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 Fairview Park Elementary and James Elementary School?
About 325 km in a straight line, between Spencer and Ottumwa in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairview Park Elementary: 249. James Elementary School: 249. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairview Park Elementary and James Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Fairview Park Elementary is 244th of 654 and James Elementary School is 513th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).