Acton Elementary School vs Van Buren Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 94 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Acton Elementary School
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–3
275 students
Van Buren Elementary School
Brazil · Public elementary · Grades K–5
275 students
| Measure | Acton Elementary School Indianapolis, Indiana | Van Buren Elementary School Brazil, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 1,053 | #394 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #12851 of 50,301 | #18623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 275 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 275 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 52.4% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 62% |
| city | Indianapolis | Brazil |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Acton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 59.4).
- •Acton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Acton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Van Buren Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.4% vs 53.5%).
- •Acton Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 18.3).
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 Acton Elementary School better than Van Buren Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Acton Elementary School ranks higher (67.8 vs 59.4 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 Acton Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School?
About 94 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Brazil in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Acton Elementary School: 275. Van Buren Elementary School: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Acton Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Acton Elementary School is 211th of 1,053 and Van Buren Elementary School is 394th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).