Benavides Steam Academy vs Central Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 219 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benavides Steam Academy
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades K–2
326 students
Central Elem School
Lewistown · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
326 students
| Measure | Benavides Steam Academy Aurora, Illinois | Central Elem School Lewistown, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #729 of 2,303 | #1478 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #23006 of 50,301 | #38982 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 326 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 53.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 22% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Aurora | Lewistown |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benavides Steam Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.0 vs 29.3).
- •Central Elem School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 59.2%).
- •Central Elem School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.2).
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 Benavides Steam Academy better than Central Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Benavides Steam Academy ranks higher (53.0 vs 29.3 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 Benavides Steam Academy and Central Elem School?
About 219 km in a straight line, between Aurora and Lewistown in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benavides Steam Academy: 326. Central Elem School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benavides Steam Academy and Central Elem School rank in Illinois?
Benavides Steam Academy is 729th of 2,303 and Central Elem School is 1478th of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).