North Ridge Elementary vs Prairie West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Ridge Elementary
Waverly · Public elementary · Grades K–4
397 students
Prairie West Elementary
Waverly · Public elementary · Grades K–4
252 students
| Measure | North Ridge Elementary Waverly, Iowa | Prairie West Elementary Waverly, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #337 of 654 | #309 of 654 |
| National rank | #7914 of 50,301 | #7221 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 397 | 252 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 252 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 23.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Waverly | Waverly |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie West Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.2 vs 75.1).
- •North Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 23.4%).
- •Prairie West Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 14.7).
- •North Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 397 students compared with 252.
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 Prairie West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie West Elementary ranks higher (76.2 vs 75.1 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 Prairie West Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Waverly and Waverly in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Ridge Elementary: 397. Prairie West Elementary: 252. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Ridge Elementary and Prairie West Elementary rank in Iowa?
North Ridge Elementary is 337th of 654 and Prairie West Elementary is 309th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).