Bellmont Elementary vs Blue Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 171 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bellmont Elementary
Decatur · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
684 students
Blue Academy
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
687 students
| Measure | Bellmont Elementary Decatur, Indiana | Blue Academy Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #851 of 1,053 | #845 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #34931 of 50,301 | #34495 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 684 | 687 |
| Enrollment | 684 | 687 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.8% | 61% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 39% |
| city | Decatur | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (35.5 vs 36.2).
- •Blue Academy does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Blue Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Bellmont Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.8% vs 61%).
- •Bellmont Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 15.3).
- •Blue Academy is the larger school with 687 students compared with 684.
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 Bellmont Elementary better than Blue Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bellmont Elementary and Blue Academy?
About 171 km in a straight line, between Decatur and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bellmont Elementary: 684. Blue Academy: 687. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bellmont Elementary and Blue Academy rank in Indiana?
Bellmont Elementary is 851st of 1,053 and Blue Academy is 845th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).