Central Elementary School vs John W Kendall Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Portage · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
John W Kendall Elem School
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
409 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Portage, Indiana | John W Kendall Elem School Marion, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 1,053 | #973 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #28898 of 50,301 | #41767 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 409 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 409 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 32% |
| city | Portage | Marion |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 24.9).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 77.5%).
- •John W Kendall Elem School does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 16.4).
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 John W Kendall Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (44.5 vs 24.9 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 John W Kendall Elem School?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Portage and Marion in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 409. John W Kendall Elem School: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and John W Kendall Elem School rank in Indiana?
Central Elementary School is 705th of 1,053 and John W Kendall Elem School is 973rd of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).