Benjamin Franklin Middle School vs Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 560 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Valparaiso · Public middle · Grades 6–8
823 students
Central Elementary School
Valparaiso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
131 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Middle School Valparaiso, Indiana | Central Elementary School Valparaiso, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #8 of 335 | #202 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #1436 of 15,369 | #12718 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 823 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 823 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.5% | 50.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 72% |
| city | Valparaiso | Valparaiso |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.3 vs 68.0).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 63%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 57%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.5% vs 50.4%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 14.7).
- •Benjamin Franklin Middle School is the larger school with 823 students compared with 131.
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 Benjamin Franklin Middle School better than Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Franklin Middle School ranks higher (80.3 vs 68.0 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 Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Central Elementary School?
About 560 m in a straight line, between Valparaiso and Valparaiso in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School: 823. Central Elementary School: 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Middle School and Central Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Benjamin Franklin Middle School is 8th of 335 and Central Elementary School is 202nd of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).