Horizon Science Academy Des Moines vs Monroe Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines
Des Moines · Charter elementary · Grades PK–4
150 students
Monroe Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
341 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Des Moines Des Moines, Iowa | Monroe Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #650 of 654 | #652 of 654 |
| National rank | #37948 of 50,301 | #39756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 150 | 341 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 341 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 90.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Horizon Science Academy Des Moines scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 28.1).
- •Horizon Science Academy Des Moines does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.3% vs 90.3%).
- •Monroe Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 18.8).
- •Monroe Elementary School is the larger school with 341 students compared with 150.
- •Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is a charter school while Monroe Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Science Academy Des Moines better than Monroe Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Horizon Science Academy Des Moines ranks higher (30.9 vs 28.1 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 Science Academy Des Moines and Monroe Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines: 150. Monroe Elementary School: 341. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Des Moines and Monroe Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is 650th of 654 and Monroe Elementary School is 652nd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).