Columbia Elementary School vs George M Riddle Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbia Elementary School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
325 students
George M Riddle Elementary School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
348 students
| Measure | Columbia Elementary School Rochester, Indiana | George M Riddle Elementary School Rochester, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #701 of 1,053 | #677 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #28719 of 50,301 | #27903 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 325 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.1% | 64.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 41% |
| Math proficiency | – | 45% |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George M Riddle Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 44.8).
- •George M Riddle Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.4% vs 67.1%).
- •George M Riddle Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.8).
- •George M Riddle Elementary School is the larger school with 348 students compared with 325.
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 Columbia Elementary School better than George M Riddle Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), George M Riddle Elementary School ranks higher (46.0 vs 44.8 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 Columbia Elementary School and George M Riddle Elementary School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbia Elementary School: 325. George M Riddle Elementary School: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbia Elementary School and George M Riddle Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Columbia Elementary School is 701st of 1,053 and George M Riddle Elementary School is 677th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).