Central Elementary School vs Oliver Springs Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Van Buren · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
Oliver Springs Elementary School
Van Buren · Public elementary · Grades K–5
441 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Van Buren, Arkansas | Oliver Springs Elementary School Van Buren, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #393 of 511 | #284 of 511 |
| National rank | #38457 of 50,301 | #30046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 466 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 53.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Van Buren | Van Buren |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oliver Springs Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 30.1).
- •Oliver Springs Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.7% vs 75.3%).
- •Oliver Springs Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 18.6).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 466 students compared with 441.
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 Central Elementary School better than Oliver Springs Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Oliver Springs Elementary School ranks higher (42.9 vs 30.1 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 Central Elementary School and Oliver Springs Elementary School?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Van Buren and Van Buren in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 466. Oliver Springs Elementary School: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Oliver Springs Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Central Elementary School is 393rd of 511 and Oliver Springs Elementary School is 284th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).