Benton Elementary School vs Parkside Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 9.0 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
Parkside Elementary School
Goshen · Public elementary · Grades K–4
334 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary School Goshen, Indiana | Parkside Elementary School Goshen, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #340 of 1,053 | #331 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #17110 of 50,301 | #16812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 481 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 66.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 67% |
| city | Goshen | Goshen |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (61.5 vs 62.0).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 55%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 66.8%).
- •Parkside Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 19.2).
- •Benton Elementary School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 334.
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 Parkside Elementary School?
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 Benton Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Goshen and Goshen in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary School: 481. Parkside Elementary School: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary School and Parkside Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Benton Elementary School is 340th of 1,053 and Parkside Elementary School is 331st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).