George Washington Carver Academy vs Irving Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 3.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Academy
Waterloo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
455 students
Irving Elementary School
Waterloo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
353 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Academy Waterloo, Iowa | Irving Elementary School Waterloo, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #237 of 239 | #643 of 654 |
| National rank | #10894 of 15,369 | #34448 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 455 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 38% |
| city | Waterloo | Waterloo |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irving Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 34.8).
- •George Washington Carver Academy does better on math proficiency (41% vs 38%).
- •Irving Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.2% vs 90.5%).
- •Irving Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.8).
- •George Washington Carver Academy is the larger school with 455 students compared with 353.
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 George Washington Carver Academy better than Irving Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Irving Elementary School ranks higher (36.3 vs 34.8 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 George Washington Carver Academy and Irving Elementary School?
About 3.9 km in a straight line, between Waterloo and Waterloo in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Academy: 455. Irving Elementary School: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Academy and Irving Elementary School rank in Iowa?
George Washington Carver Academy is 237th of 239 and Irving Elementary School is 643rd of 654 among middle schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).