James Wilson Grimes School vs Sunnyside Elementary School
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.
James Wilson Grimes School
Burlington · Public elementary · Grades K–4
212 students
Sunnyside Elementary School
Burlington · Public elementary · Grades K–4
298 students
| Measure | James Wilson Grimes School Burlington, Iowa | Sunnyside Elementary School Burlington, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #377 of 654 | #540 of 654 |
| National rank | #9449 of 50,301 | #17547 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 212 | 298 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 298 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Burlington | Burlington |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Wilson Grimes School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 61.0).
- •James Wilson Grimes School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •James Wilson Grimes School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 57%).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 60.4%).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 11.8).
- •Sunnyside Elementary School is the larger school with 298 students compared with 212.
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 James Wilson Grimes School better than Sunnyside Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), James Wilson Grimes School ranks higher (72.7 vs 61.0 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 James Wilson Grimes School and Sunnyside Elementary School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Burlington and Burlington in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Wilson Grimes School: 212. Sunnyside Elementary School: 298. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Wilson Grimes School and Sunnyside Elementary School rank in Iowa?
James Wilson Grimes School is 377th of 654 and Sunnyside Elementary School is 540th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).