Arcola School vs John Wood Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 170 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcola School
Arcola · Public elementary · Grades K–5
227 students
John Wood Elementary School
Merrillville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
227 students
| Measure | Arcola School Arcola, Indiana | John Wood Elementary School Merrillville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #253 of 1,053 | #221 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #14233 of 50,301 | #13220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 227 | 227 |
| Enrollment | 227 | 227 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| city | Arcola | Merrillville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Wood Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.3 vs 65.8).
- •John Wood Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Arcola School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 58.6%).
- •John Wood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.4).
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 Arcola School better than John Wood Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), John Wood Elementary School ranks higher (67.3 vs 65.8 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 Arcola School and John Wood Elementary School?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Arcola and Merrillville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcola School: 227. John Wood Elementary School: 227. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcola School and John Wood Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Arcola School is 253rd of 1,053 and John Wood Elementary School is 221st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).