North Ridge Elementary vs South Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Ridge Elementary
Grimes · Public elementary · Grades K–4
412 students
South Prairie Elementary
Grimes · Public elementary · Grades K–4
436 students
| Measure | North Ridge Elementary Grimes, Iowa | South Prairie Elementary Grimes, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #8 of 654 | #66 of 654 |
| National rank | #626 of 50,301 | #1691 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 412 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 84% |
| city | Grimes | Grimes |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.8 vs 86.9).
- •North Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (94% vs 84%).
- •North Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 80%).
- •North Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 30.3%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.7).
- •South Prairie Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 412.
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 Ridge Elementary better than South Prairie Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Ridge Elementary ranks higher (90.8 vs 86.9 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 Ridge Elementary and South Prairie Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Grimes and Grimes in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Ridge Elementary: 412. South Prairie Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Ridge Elementary and South Prairie Elementary rank in Iowa?
North Ridge Elementary is 8th of 654 and South Prairie Elementary is 66th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).