Cordley Elem vs Prairie Park Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cordley Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
Prairie Park Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
| Measure | Cordley Elem Lawrence, Kansas | Prairie Park Elem Lawrence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #324 of 686 | #406 of 686 |
| National rank | #26271 of 50,301 | #30054 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 348 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 51.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Lawrence | Lawrence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cordley Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 42.9).
- •Cordley Elem does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Prairie Park Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.7% vs 59.8%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.6).
- •Prairie Park Elem is the larger school with 354 students compared with 348.
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 Cordley Elem better than Prairie Park Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Cordley Elem ranks higher (48.3 vs 42.9 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 Cordley Elem and Prairie Park Elem?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Lawrence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cordley Elem: 348. Prairie Park Elem: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cordley Elem and Prairie Park Elem rank in Kansas?
Cordley Elem is 324th of 686 and Prairie Park Elem is 406th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).