Benton Elementary School vs Fairfield Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elementary School
Goshen · Public elementary · Grades K–6
481 students
Fairfield Elementary School
Fort Wayne · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
481 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary School Goshen, Indiana | Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #340 of 1,053 | #925 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #17110 of 50,301 | #39060 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 481 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 69.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 26% |
| city | Goshen | Fort Wayne |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 29.2).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 26%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 23%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 69.6%).
- •Fairfield Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 19.2).
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 Benton Elementary School better than Fairfield Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Elementary School ranks higher (61.5 vs 29.2 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 Benton Elementary School and Fairfield Elementary School?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Goshen and Fort Wayne in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary School: 481. Fairfield Elementary School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary School and Fairfield Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Benton Elementary School is 340th of 1,053 and Fairfield Elementary School is 925th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).