Benton Elementary School vs Waterford Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 6.6 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
Waterford Elementary School
Goshen · Public elementary · Grades K–4
400 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary School Goshen, Indiana | Waterford Elementary School Goshen, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #340 of 1,053 | #596 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #17110 of 50,301 | #25273 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 481 | 400 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 400 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.6% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 49% |
| city | Goshen | Goshen |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 49.9).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 49%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 42%).
- •Benton Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.6% vs 61.3%).
- •Waterford Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 19.2).
- •Benton Elementary School is the larger school with 481 students compared with 400.
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 Waterford Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Elementary School ranks higher (61.5 vs 49.9 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 Waterford Elementary School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Goshen and Goshen in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary School: 481. Waterford Elementary School: 400. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary School and Waterford Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Benton Elementary School is 340th of 1,053 and Waterford Elementary School is 596th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).