Deerfield Elem vs Explorer Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 245 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deerfield Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
433 students
Explorer Elementary School
Goddard · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
433 students
| Measure | Deerfield Elem Lawrence, Kansas | Explorer Elementary School Goddard, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #211 of 686 | #90 of 686 |
| National rank | #20317 of 50,301 | #10862 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 433 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 433 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.1% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 57% |
| city | Lawrence | Goddard |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explorer Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 56.9).
- •Explorer Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Explorer Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 53%).
- •Explorer Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 32.1%).
- •Explorer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.5).
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 Deerfield Elem better than Explorer Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Explorer Elementary School ranks higher (70.6 vs 56.9 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 Deerfield Elem and Explorer Elementary School?
About 245 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Goddard in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deerfield Elem: 433. Explorer Elementary School: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deerfield Elem and Explorer Elementary School rank in Kansas?
Deerfield Elem is 211th of 686 and Explorer Elementary School is 90th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).