Madison Elementary School vs River Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 336 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison Elementary School
Cedar Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
153 students
River Valley Elementary
Washta · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
154 students
| Measure | Madison Elementary School Cedar Rapids, Iowa | River Valley Elementary Washta, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #395 of 654 | #369 of 654 |
| National rank | #10070 of 50,301 | #9070 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 153 | 154 |
| Enrollment | 153 | 154 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49% | 53.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 9.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Cedar Rapids | Washta |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.3 vs 71.8).
- •Madison Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 53.2%).
- •River Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 13.9).
- •River Valley Elementary is the larger school with 154 students compared with 153.
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 Madison Elementary School better than River Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), River Valley Elementary ranks higher (73.3 vs 71.8 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 Madison Elementary School and River Valley Elementary?
About 336 km in a straight line, between Cedar Rapids and Washta in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison Elementary School: 153. River Valley Elementary: 154. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison Elementary School and River Valley Elementary rank in Iowa?
Madison Elementary School is 395th of 654 and River Valley Elementary is 369th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).