Aurora Elementary School vs South Dearborn High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 179 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aurora Elementary School
Aurora · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
524 students
South Dearborn High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
625 students
| Measure | Aurora Elementary School Aurora, Indiana | South Dearborn High School Aurora, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #528 of 1,053 | #204 of 387 |
| National rank | #23297 of 50,301 | #8032 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 524 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.5% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 25% |
| city | Aurora | Aurora |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aurora Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.6 vs 51.4).
- •Aurora Elementary School does better on math proficiency (45% vs 25%).
- •South Dearborn High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 50%).
- •South Dearborn High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 56.5%).
- •Aurora Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.9).
- •South Dearborn High School is the larger school with 625 students compared with 524.
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 Aurora Elementary School better than South Dearborn High School?
On the Success Index (US), Aurora Elementary School ranks higher (52.6 vs 51.4 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 Aurora Elementary School and South Dearborn High School?
About 179 m in a straight line, between Aurora and Aurora in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aurora Elementary School: 524. South Dearborn High School: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aurora Elementary School and South Dearborn High School rank in Indiana?
Aurora Elementary School is 528th of 1,053 and South Dearborn High School is 204th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).