Carmel Elementary School vs Forest Dale Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmel Elementary School
Carmel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
700 students
Forest Dale Elementary School
Carmel · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
638 students
| Measure | Carmel Elementary School Carmel, Indiana | Forest Dale Elementary School Carmel, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #31 of 1,053 | #20 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #3259 of 50,301 | #2833 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 700 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23% | 18% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| city | Carmel | Carmel |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (83.2 vs 84.1).
- •Carmel Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Carmel Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 71%).
- •Forest Dale Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18% vs 23%).
- •Forest Dale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 14.6).
- •Carmel Elementary School is the larger school with 700 students compared with 638.
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 Carmel Elementary School better than Forest Dale 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 Carmel Elementary School and Forest Dale Elementary School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Carmel and Carmel in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmel Elementary School: 700. Forest Dale Elementary School: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmel Elementary School and Forest Dale Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Carmel Elementary School is 31st of 1,053 and Forest Dale Elementary School is 20th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).