Central Elementary School vs South Grove Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Beech Grove · Public middle · Grades 5–6
389 students
South Grove Elementary School
Beech Grove · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
586 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Beech Grove, Indiana | South Grove Elementary School Beech Grove, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #251 of 335 | #927 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #9834 of 15,369 | #39159 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 389 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | 57.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 31% |
| city | Beech Grove | Beech Grove |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 29.1).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 31%).
- •South Grove Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.6% vs 57.8%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.9).
- •South Grove Elementary School is the larger school with 586 students compared with 389.
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 Central Elementary School better than South Grove Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (39.9 vs 29.1 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 Central Elementary School and South Grove Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Beech Grove and Beech Grove in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 389. South Grove Elementary School: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and South Grove Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 251st of 335 and South Grove Elementary School is 927th of 1,053 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).