Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch vs Elwood Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 204 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch
East Chicago · Public elementary · Grades K–6
400 students
Elwood Intermediate School
Elwood · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
400 students
| Measure | Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch East Chicago, Indiana | Elwood Intermediate School Elwood, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1018 of 1,053 | #901 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #44507 of 50,301 | #37409 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 400 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 400 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 35% |
| city | East Chicago | Elwood |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elwood Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 20.5).
- •Elwood Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 16%).
- •Elwood Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 16%).
- •Elwood Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 74%).
- •Elwood Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.8).
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 Harrison Elementary Sch better than Elwood Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Elwood Intermediate School ranks higher (31.7 vs 20.5 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 Harrison Elementary Sch and Elwood Intermediate School?
About 204 km in a straight line, between East Chicago and Elwood in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch: 400. Elwood Intermediate School: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch and Elwood Intermediate School rank in Indiana?
Benjamin Harrison Elementary Sch is 1018th of 1,053 and Elwood Intermediate School is 901st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).