Bell Intermediate Academy vs South Elementary School of Communications
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Intermediate Academy
Martinsville · Public middle · Grades 5–6
524 students
South Elementary School of Communications
Martinsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
302 students
| Measure | Bell Intermediate Academy Martinsville, Indiana | South Elementary School of Communications Martinsville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #186 of 335 | #648 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #7719 of 15,369 | #26577 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 524 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 63.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| city | Martinsville | Martinsville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bell Intermediate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 47.9).
- •South Elementary School of Communications does better on math proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •South Elementary School of Communications does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 36%).
- •Bell Intermediate Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 63.2%).
- •South Elementary School of Communications does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.8).
- •Bell Intermediate Academy is the larger school with 524 students compared with 302.
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 Bell Intermediate Academy better than South Elementary School of Communications?
On the Success Index (US), Bell Intermediate Academy ranks higher (49.6 vs 47.9 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 Bell Intermediate Academy and South Elementary School of Communications?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Martinsville and Martinsville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Intermediate Academy: 524. South Elementary School of Communications: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Intermediate Academy and South Elementary School of Communications rank in Indiana?
Bell Intermediate Academy is 186th of 335 and South Elementary School of Communications is 648th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).