Linn-Mar High School vs Wilkins Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linn-Mar High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,229 students
Wilkins Elementary School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
348 students
| Measure | Linn-Mar High School Marion, Iowa | Wilkins Elementary School Marion, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #92 of 319 | #225 of 654 |
| National rank | #1332 of 16,910 | #5224 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 2,229 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 2,229 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.1% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 71% |
| city | Marion | Marion |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.6 vs 79.6).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 71%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Linn-Mar High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.1% vs 41.1%).
- •Wilkins Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.1).
- •Linn-Mar High School is the larger school with 2,229 students compared with 348.
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 Linn-Mar High School better than Wilkins 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 Linn-Mar High School and Wilkins Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Marion and Marion in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linn-Mar High School: 2,229. Wilkins Elementary School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linn-Mar High School and Wilkins Elementary School rank in Iowa?
Linn-Mar High School is 92nd of 319 and Wilkins Elementary School is 225th of 654 among high schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).