King Elementary School vs Moulton Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
Moulton Elementary School
Des Moines · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
465 students
| Measure | King Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa | Moulton Elementary School Des Moines, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #654 of 654 | #653 of 654 |
| National rank | #45040 of 50,301 | #40470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 465 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.2% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| city | Des Moines | Des Moines |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Moulton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.9 vs 19.7).
- •Moulton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Moulton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 17%).
- •Moulton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 96.2%).
- •King Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.5).
- •Moulton Elementary School is the larger school with 465 students compared with 315.
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 King Elementary School better than Moulton Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Moulton Elementary School ranks higher (26.9 vs 19.7 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 King Elementary School and Moulton Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Des Moines and Des Moines in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Elementary School: 315. Moulton Elementary School: 465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Elementary School and Moulton Elementary School rank in Iowa?
King Elementary School is 654th of 654 and Moulton Elementary School is 653rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).