Jordan Creek Elementary School vs Valley Southwoods
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 416 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jordan Creek Elementary School
West Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
652 students
Valley Southwoods
West Des Moines · Public other · Grades 9–9
678 students
| Measure | Jordan Creek Elementary School West Des Moines, Iowa | Valley Southwoods West Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #216 of 654 | – |
| National rank | #5132 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–9 |
| Students | 652 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 652 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.4% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | – |
| Math proficiency | 81% | – |
| city | West Des Moines | West Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jordan Creek Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.4% vs 49%).
- •Valley Southwoods does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.2).
- •Valley Southwoods is the larger school with 678 students compared with 652.
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 Jordan Creek Elementary School better than Valley Southwoods?
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 Jordan Creek Elementary School and Valley Southwoods?
About 416 m in a straight line, between West Des Moines and West Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jordan Creek Elementary School: 652. Valley Southwoods: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jordan Creek Elementary School and Valley Southwoods rank in Iowa?
Jordan Creek Elementary School is 216th of 654 and Valley Southwoods is unranked among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).