Central Elementary School vs Van Buren Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 264 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
549 students
Van Buren Elementary School
Plainfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Plainfield, Indiana | Van Buren Elementary School Plainfield, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #89 of 1,053 | #96 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #6684 of 50,301 | #7165 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 549 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 83% |
| city | Plainfield | Plainfield |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.0 vs 76.3).
- •Van Buren Elementary School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 75%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 38.9%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 18.4).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 549 students compared with 514.
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 Buren 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 Buren Elementary School?
About 264 m in a straight line, between Plainfield and Plainfield in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 549. Van Buren Elementary School: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Van Buren Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 89th of 1,053 and Van Buren Elementary School is 96th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).