Albany Elementary School vs West Jay Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 9.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albany Elementary School
Albany · Public elementary · Grades K–5
267 students
West Jay Elementary
Dunkirk · Public elementary · Grades K–6
214 students
| Measure | Albany Elementary School Albany, Indiana | West Jay Elementary Dunkirk, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #316 of 1,053 | #551 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #16362 of 50,301 | #24011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 267 | 214 |
| Enrollment | 267 | 214 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 72.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 52% |
| city | Albany | Dunkirk |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albany Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 51.7).
- •Albany Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 52%).
- •Albany Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Albany Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 72.4%).
- •West Jay Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.1).
- •Albany Elementary School is the larger school with 267 students compared with 214.
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 Albany Elementary School better than West Jay Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Albany Elementary School ranks higher (62.6 vs 51.7 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 Albany Elementary School and West Jay Elementary?
About 9.5 km in a straight line, between Albany and Dunkirk in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albany Elementary School: 267. West Jay Elementary: 214. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albany Elementary School and West Jay Elementary rank in Indiana?
Albany Elementary School is 316th of 1,053 and West Jay Elementary is 551st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).