Horizon Science Academy Des Moines vs Moore Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 1.9 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
Moore Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
285 students
| Measure | Horizon Science Academy Des Moines Des Moines, Iowa | Moore Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #650 of 654 | #563 of 654 |
| National rank | #37948 of 50,301 | #19303 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 150 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 67% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 57% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Moore Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.4 vs 30.9).
- •Moore Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67% vs 79.3%).
- •Moore Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 18.8).
- •Moore Elementary School is the larger school with 285 students compared with 150.
- •Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is a charter school while Moore 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 Moore Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Moore Elementary School ranks higher (58.4 vs 30.9 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 Science Academy Des Moines and Moore Elementary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines: 150. Moore Elementary School: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Horizon Science Academy Des Moines and Moore Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Horizon Science Academy Des Moines is 650th of 654 and Moore Elementary School is 563rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).