Northridge Middle School vs Rena Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Middle School
Van Buren · Public middle · Grades 6–8
713 students
Rena Elementary School
Van Buren · Public elementary · Grades K–5
414 students
| Measure | Northridge Middle School Van Buren, Arkansas | Rena Elementary School Van Buren, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #61 of 211 | #123 of 511 |
| National rank | #5208 of 15,369 | #20020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 713 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 68% |
| city | Van Buren | Van Buren |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northridge Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 57.4).
- •Rena Elementary School does better on math proficiency (68% vs 57%).
- •Northridge Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Northridge Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.3% vs 54.8%).
- •Northridge Middle School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 19.7).
- •Northridge Middle School is the larger school with 713 students compared with 414.
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 Northridge Middle School better than Rena Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Northridge Middle School ranks higher (61.2 vs 57.4 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 Northridge Middle School and Rena Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Van Buren and Van Buren in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Middle School: 713. Rena Elementary School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Middle School and Rena Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Northridge Middle School is 61st of 211 and Rena Elementary School is 123rd of 511 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).