Decorah Elementary vs McLane Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decorah Elementary
West Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–4
349 students
McLane Elementary
West Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–4
340 students
| Measure | Decorah Elementary West Bend, Wisconsin | McLane Elementary West Bend, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #371 of 1,069 | #73 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #16029 of 50,301 | #5191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 349 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.7% | 35.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 79% |
| city | West Bend | West Bend |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McLane Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.6 vs 63.1).
- •McLane Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 57%).
- •McLane Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 47%).
- •Decorah Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 35.3%).
- •Decorah Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.6).
- •Decorah Elementary is the larger school with 349 students compared with 340.
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 Decorah Elementary better than McLane Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McLane Elementary ranks higher (79.6 vs 63.1 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 Decorah Elementary and McLane Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between West Bend and West Bend in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decorah Elementary: 349. McLane Elementary: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decorah Elementary and McLane Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Decorah Elementary is 371st of 1,069 and McLane Elementary is 73rd of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).