Fairview Park Elementary vs Spencer Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 704 m 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
Spencer Middle School
Spencer · Public middle · Grades 6–8
514 students
| Measure | Fairview Park Elementary Spencer, Iowa | Spencer Middle School Spencer, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #244 of 654 | #133 of 239 |
| National rank | #5546 of 50,301 | #2224 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 249 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 249 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 83% |
| city | Spencer | Spencer |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairview Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.0 vs 75.8).
- •Spencer Middle School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 82%).
- •Spencer Middle School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 77%).
- •Spencer Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 59.8%).
- •Fairview Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 17.7).
- •Spencer Middle School is the larger school with 514 students compared with 249.
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 Spencer Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairview Park Elementary ranks higher (79.0 vs 75.8 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 Fairview Park Elementary and Spencer Middle School?
About 704 m in a straight line, between Spencer and Spencer in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairview Park Elementary: 249. Spencer Middle School: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairview Park Elementary and Spencer Middle School rank in Iowa?
Fairview Park Elementary is 244th of 654 and Spencer Middle School is 133rd of 239 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).