Johnson STEAM Academy School vs Trailside 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.
Johnson STEAM Academy School
Cedar Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
Trailside Elementary School
Cedar Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
429 students
| Measure | Johnson STEAM Academy School Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Trailside Elementary School Cedar Rapids, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #614 of 654 | #617 of 654 |
| National rank | #26745 of 50,301 | #27056 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 324 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.4% | 66.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Cedar Rapids | Cedar Rapids |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (47.6 vs 47.2).
- •Trailside Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.9% vs 70.4%).
- •Johnson STEAM Academy School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.3).
- •Trailside Elementary School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 324.
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 Johnson STEAM Academy School better than Trailside Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Johnson STEAM Academy School and Trailside Elementary School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Cedar Rapids and Cedar Rapids in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson STEAM Academy School: 324. Trailside Elementary School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson STEAM Academy School and Trailside Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Johnson STEAM Academy School is 614th of 654 and Trailside Elementary School is 617th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).