North Polk Central Elementary School vs North Polk Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Iowa, United States, 191 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Polk Central Elementary School
Alleman · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
408 students
North Polk Middle School
Alleman · Public middle · Grades 6–8
504 students
| Measure | North Polk Central Elementary School Alleman, Iowa | North Polk Middle School Alleman, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #24 of 654 | #11 of 239 |
| National rank | #1073 of 50,301 | #345 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 408 | 504 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 504 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 93% |
| city | Alleman | Alleman |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (88.8 vs 89.2).
- •North Polk Middle School does better on math proficiency (93% vs 88%).
- •North Polk Middle School does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 86%).
- •North Polk Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.5% vs 9.6%).
- •North Polk Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.8).
- •North Polk Middle School is the larger school with 504 students compared with 408.
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 Polk Central Elementary School better than North Polk Middle 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 North Polk Central Elementary School and North Polk Middle School?
About 191 m in a straight line, between Alleman and Alleman in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Polk Central Elementary School: 408. North Polk Middle School: 504. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Polk Central Elementary School and North Polk Middle School rank in Iowa?
North Polk Central Elementary School is 24th of 654 and North Polk Middle School is 11th of 239 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).