Hudson Elementary School vs West Lyon Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 342 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hudson Elementary School
Hudson · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
562 students
West Lyon Elementary School
Inwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
561 students
| Measure | Hudson Elementary School Hudson, Iowa | West Lyon Elementary School Inwood, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #240 of 654 | #137 of 654 |
| National rank | #5483 of 50,301 | #3066 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 562 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.8% | 26.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 79% |
| city | Hudson | Inwood |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Lyon Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 79.1).
- •West Lyon Elementary School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 77%).
- •West Lyon Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Hudson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.8% vs 26.2%).
- •West Lyon Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 16.5).
- •Hudson Elementary School is the larger school with 562 students compared with 561.
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 Hudson Elementary School better than West Lyon Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Lyon Elementary School ranks higher (83.7 vs 79.1 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 Hudson Elementary School and West Lyon Elementary School?
About 342 km in a straight line, between Hudson and Inwood in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hudson Elementary School: 562. West Lyon Elementary School: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hudson Elementary School and West Lyon Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Hudson Elementary School is 240th of 654 and West Lyon Elementary School is 137th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).