Dexter Elementary School vs Harper Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dexter Elementary School
Evansville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
384 students
Harper Elementary School
Evansville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
| Measure | Dexter Elementary School Evansville, Indiana | Harper Elementary School Evansville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #940 of 1,053 | #735 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #39792 of 50,301 | #29956 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 384 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 384 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.2% | 57.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | Evansville | Evansville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harper Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 28.0).
- •Harper Elementary School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Harper Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Harper Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 61.2%).
- •Harper Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 13.2).
- •Dexter Elementary School is the larger school with 384 students compared with 344.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Dexter Elementary School better than Harper Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Harper Elementary School ranks higher (43.0 vs 28.0 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 Dexter Elementary School and Harper Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Evansville and Evansville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dexter Elementary School: 384. Harper Elementary School: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dexter Elementary School and Harper Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Dexter Elementary School is 940th of 1,053 and Harper Elementary School is 735th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).