Emerson Elementary School vs West Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Nebraska, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary School
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
286 students
West Park Elementary
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
215 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary School Columbus, Nebraska | West Park Elementary Columbus, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #422 of 511 | #339 of 511 |
| National rank | #32108 of 50,301 | #22605 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 286 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 286 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.9% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Columbus | Columbus |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 39.7).
- •Emerson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •West Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •West Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 62.9%).
- •West Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 20.4).
- •Emerson Elementary School is the larger school with 286 students compared with 215.
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 Emerson Elementary School better than West Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Park Elementary ranks higher (53.7 vs 39.7 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 Emerson Elementary School and West Park Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Columbus in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary School: 286. West Park Elementary: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary School and West Park Elementary rank in Nebraska?
Emerson Elementary School is 422nd of 511 and West Park Elementary is 339th of 511 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).