Canaan Community Academy vs Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canaan Community Academy
Canaan · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
195 students
Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
Madison · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
194 students
| Measure | Canaan Community Academy Canaan, Indiana | Rykers' Ridge Elementary School Madison, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #720 of 1,053 | #142 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #29504 of 50,301 | #10154 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 195 | 194 |
| Enrollment | 195 | 194 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.5% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24.5% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | 67% |
| city | Canaan | Madison |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rykers' Ridge Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.7 vs 43.6).
- •Rykers' Ridge Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 34.5%).
- •Rykers' Ridge Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 24.5%).
- •Canaan Community Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.5% vs 49%).
- •Rykers' Ridge Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.0).
- •Canaan Community Academy is the larger school with 195 students compared with 194.
- •Canaan Community Academy is a charter school while Rykers' Ridge Elementary School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Canaan Community Academy better than Rykers' Ridge Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Rykers' Ridge Elementary School ranks higher (71.7 vs 43.6 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 Canaan Community Academy and Rykers' Ridge Elementary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Canaan and Madison in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canaan Community Academy: 195. Rykers' Ridge Elementary School: 194. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canaan Community Academy and Rykers' Ridge Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Canaan Community Academy is 720th of 1,053 and Rykers' Ridge Elementary School is 142nd of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).