South Prairie Elementary vs Waterford Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Iowa, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Prairie Elementary
Grimes · Public elementary · Grades K–4
436 students
Waterford Elementary School
Urbandale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
464 students
| Measure | South Prairie Elementary Grimes, Iowa | Waterford Elementary School Urbandale, Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 87 Top 5% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #66 of 654 | #311 of 654 |
| National rank | #1691 of 50,301 | #7295 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 436 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.3% | 10.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | – |
| Math proficiency | 84% | – |
| city | Grimes | Urbandale |
| state | Iowa | Iowa |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Prairie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 76.1).
- •Waterford Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.1% vs 30.3%).
- •South Prairie Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.5).
- •Waterford Elementary School is the larger school with 464 students compared with 436.
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 South Prairie Elementary better than Waterford Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Prairie Elementary ranks higher (86.9 vs 76.1 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 South Prairie Elementary and Waterford Elementary School?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Grimes and Urbandale in Iowa.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Prairie Elementary: 436. Waterford Elementary School: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Prairie Elementary and Waterford Elementary School rank in Iowa?
South Prairie Elementary is 66th of 654 and Waterford Elementary School is 311th of 654 among elementary schools in Iowa on the 2025 Success Index (US).