Central Elementary School vs Van Duyn Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Clinton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
366 students
Van Duyn Elementary School
Clinton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
242 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Clinton, Indiana | Van Duyn Elementary School Clinton, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #772 of 1,053 | #784 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #31307 of 50,301 | #31841 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 366 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 52.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Clinton | Clinton |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.9 vs 40.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Van Duyn Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.1% vs 74.6%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.4).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 366 students compared with 242.
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 Van Duyn 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 Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Clinton and Clinton in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 366. Van Duyn Elementary School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Van Duyn Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 772nd of 1,053 and Van Duyn Elementary School is 784th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).