Prairie Park Elem vs West Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Prairie Park Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
West Elem
Wamego · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
353 students
| Measure | Prairie Park Elem Lawrence, Kansas | West Elem Wamego, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #406 of 686 | #256 of 686 |
| National rank | #30054 of 50,301 | #23287 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 354 | 353 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 353 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.7% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 45% |
| city | Lawrence | Wamego |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.7 vs 42.9).
- •West Elem does better on math proficiency (45% vs 32%).
- •West Elem does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •West Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 51.7%).
- •Prairie Park Elem does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 17.7).
- •Prairie Park Elem is the larger school with 354 students compared with 353.
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 Prairie Park Elem better than West Elem?
On the Success Index (US), West Elem ranks higher (52.7 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 Prairie Park Elem and West Elem?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Lawrence and Wamego in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Prairie Park Elem: 354. West Elem: 353. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Prairie Park Elem and West Elem rank in Kansas?
Prairie Park Elem is 406th of 686 and West Elem is 256th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).