Hurricane Creek Elementary vs Salem Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hurricane Creek Elementary
Benton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
435 students
Salem Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades K–6
434 students
| Measure | Hurricane Creek Elementary Benton, Arkansas | Salem Elementary School Salem, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 511 | #62 of 511 |
| National rank | #15988 of 50,301 | #14134 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 435 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 75% |
| city | Benton | Salem |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.0 vs 63.2).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 69%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 57%).
- •Hurricane Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 66.1%).
- •Hurricane Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.1).
- •Hurricane Creek Elementary is the larger school with 435 students compared with 434.
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 Hurricane Creek Elementary better than Salem Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Elementary School ranks higher (66.0 vs 63.2 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 Hurricane Creek Elementary and Salem Elementary School?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Benton and Salem in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hurricane Creek Elementary: 435. Salem Elementary School: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hurricane Creek Elementary and Salem Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Hurricane Creek Elementary is 83rd of 511 and Salem Elementary School is 62nd of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).