Dunn Elementary vs Wilder Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunn Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
425 students
Wilder Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
496 students
| Measure | Dunn Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Wilder Elementary Louisville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #52 of 707 | #181 of 707 |
| National rank | #9707 of 50,301 | #16358 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 425 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.8% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 53% |
| city | Louisville | Louisville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 62.7).
- •Dunn Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 53%).
- •Dunn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 59%).
- •Dunn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.8% vs 46.2%).
- •Wilder Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
- •Wilder Elementary is the larger school with 496 students compared with 425.
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 Dunn Elementary better than Wilder Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dunn Elementary ranks higher (72.3 vs 62.7 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 Dunn Elementary and Wilder Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Louisville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunn Elementary: 425. Wilder Elementary: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunn Elementary and Wilder Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Dunn Elementary is 52nd of 707 and Wilder Elementary is 181st of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).