Horizon Elementary vs South Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Elementary
Johnston · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
South Prairie Elementary
Grimes · Public elementary · Grades K–4
436 students
| Measure | Horizon Elementary Johnston, Iowa | South Prairie Elementary Grimes, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #150 of 654 | #66 of 654 |
| National rank | #3429 of 50,301 | #1691 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 613 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.9% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 84% |
| city | Johnston | Grimes |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Prairie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 82.9).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 74%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 35.9%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 13.9).
- •Horizon Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 436.
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 Horizon Elementary better than South Prairie Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Prairie Elementary ranks higher (86.9 vs 82.9 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 Horizon Elementary and South Prairie Elementary?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Johnston and Grimes in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Elementary: 613. South Prairie Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Elementary and South Prairie Elementary rank in Iowa?
Horizon Elementary is 150th of 654 and South Prairie Elementary is 66th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).