Melcher-Dallas Elementary vs West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melcher-Dallas Elementary
Dallas · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
157 students
West Elementary
Knoxville · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
485 students
| Measure | Melcher-Dallas Elementary Dallas, Iowa | West Elementary Knoxville, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #568 of 654 | #586 of 654 |
| National rank | #19796 of 50,301 | #22604 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 157 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Dallas | Knoxville |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melcher-Dallas Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 53.7).
- •Melcher-Dallas Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 46.4%).
- •Melcher-Dallas Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.2).
- •West Elementary is the larger school with 485 students compared with 157.
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 Melcher-Dallas Elementary better than West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Melcher-Dallas Elementary ranks higher (57.7 vs 53.7 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 Melcher-Dallas Elementary and West Elementary?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Dallas and Knoxville in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melcher-Dallas Elementary: 157. West Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melcher-Dallas Elementary and West Elementary rank in Iowa?
Melcher-Dallas Elementary is 568th of 654 and West Elementary is 586th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).