North Polk West Elementary School vs Westwood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Polk West Elementary School
Polk City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
396 students
Westwood Elementary School
Ankeny · Public elementary · Grades K–5
551 students
| Measure | North Polk West Elementary School Polk City, Iowa | Westwood Elementary School Ankeny, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #39 of 654 | #53 of 654 |
| National rank | #1276 of 50,301 | #1531 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 396 | 551 |
| Enrollment | 396 | 551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.3% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 89% |
| city | Polk City | Ankeny |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (88.1 vs 87.4).
- •Westwood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (89% vs 87%).
- •Westwood Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •North Polk West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.3% vs 17.6%).
- •Westwood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 15.8).
- •Westwood Elementary School is the larger school with 551 students compared with 396.
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 West Elementary School better than Westwood 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 North Polk West Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Polk City and Ankeny in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Polk West Elementary School: 396. Westwood Elementary School: 551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Polk West Elementary School and Westwood Elementary School rank in Iowa?
North Polk West Elementary School is 39th of 654 and Westwood Elementary School is 53rd of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).