Lawrence Elem vs Walnut Grove Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 268 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
394 students
Walnut Grove Elem
Olathe · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
394 students
| Measure | Lawrence Elem Wichita, Kansas | Walnut Grove Elem Olathe, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #622 of 686 | #189 of 686 |
| National rank | #44413 of 50,301 | #18684 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 394 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 22.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 47% |
| city | Wichita | Olathe |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Grove Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 20.7).
- •Walnut Grove Elem does better on math proficiency (47% vs 18%).
- •Walnut Grove Elem does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •Walnut Grove Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.1% vs 86.3%).
- •Lawrence Elem does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 15.8).
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 Lawrence Elem better than Walnut Grove Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Grove Elem ranks higher (59.3 vs 20.7 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 Lawrence Elem and Walnut Grove Elem?
About 268 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Olathe in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence Elem: 394. Walnut Grove Elem: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence Elem and Walnut Grove Elem rank in Kansas?
Lawrence Elem is 622nd of 686 and Walnut Grove Elem is 189th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).