Kingsley Elementary School vs South Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 277 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsley Elementary School
Kingsley · Public elementary · Grades K–4
173 students
South Elementary School
Leon · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
173 students
| Measure | Kingsley Elementary School Kingsley, Iowa | South Elementary School Leon, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #217 of 654 | #603 of 654 |
| National rank | #5133 of 50,301 | #24641 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 173 | 173 |
| Enrollment | 173 | 173 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.6% | 71.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Kingsley | Leon |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kingsley Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.7 vs 50.8).
- •Kingsley Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.6% vs 71.1%).
- •South Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 14.4).
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 Kingsley Elementary School better than South Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kingsley Elementary School ranks higher (79.7 vs 50.8 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 Kingsley Elementary School and South Elementary School?
About 277 km in a straight line, between Kingsley and Leon in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingsley Elementary School: 173. South Elementary School: 173. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingsley Elementary School and South Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Kingsley Elementary School is 217th of 654 and South Elementary School is 603rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).