Dollens Elementary vs Lawrence County Independent Schools
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dollens Elementary
Oolitic · Public elementary · Grades K–8
217 students
Lawrence County Independent Schools
Bedford · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
205 students
| Measure | Dollens Elementary Oolitic, Indiana | Lawrence County Independent Schools Bedford, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #563 of 1,053 | #575 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #24251 of 50,301 | #24540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 217 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 217 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 63.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Oolitic | Bedford |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.3 vs 50.9).
- •Lawrence County Independent Schools does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.4% vs 65%).
- •Dollens Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.7).
- •Dollens Elementary is the larger school with 217 students compared with 205.
- •Dollens Elementary is a public school while Lawrence County Independent Schools is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Dollens Elementary better than Lawrence County Independent Schools?
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 Dollens Elementary and Lawrence County Independent Schools?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Oolitic and Bedford in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dollens Elementary: 217. Lawrence County Independent Schools: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dollens Elementary and Lawrence County Independent Schools rank in Indiana?
Dollens Elementary is 563rd of 1,053 and Lawrence County Independent Schools is 575th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).