North Bend Elementary vs Penn Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Bend Elementary
North Liberty · Public elementary · Grades K–3
326 students
Penn Elementary School
North Liberty · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
512 students
| Measure | North Bend Elementary North Liberty, Iowa | Penn Elementary School North Liberty, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #69 of 654 | #186 of 654 |
| National rank | #1718 of 50,301 | #4275 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 326 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.4% | 13.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 76% |
| city | North Liberty | North Liberty |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Bend Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.8 vs 81.3).
- •North Bend Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 76%).
- •North Bend Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 68%).
- •Penn Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 30.4%).
- •North Bend Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.5).
- •Penn Elementary School is the larger school with 512 students compared with 326.
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 North Bend Elementary better than Penn Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), North Bend Elementary ranks higher (86.8 vs 81.3 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 North Bend Elementary and Penn Elementary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between North Liberty and North Liberty in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Bend Elementary: 326. Penn Elementary School: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Bend Elementary and Penn Elementary School rank in Iowa?
North Bend Elementary is 69th of 654 and Penn Elementary School is 186th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).