Dollens Elementary vs Needmore Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 4.6 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
Needmore Elementary School
Bedford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
223 students
| Measure | Dollens Elementary Oolitic, Indiana | Needmore Elementary School Bedford, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #563 of 1,053 | #471 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #24251 of 50,301 | #21670 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 217 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 217 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65% | 60.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | Oolitic | Bedford |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Needmore Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 51.3).
- •Needmore Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.5% vs 65%).
- •Dollens Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.1).
- •Needmore Elementary School is the larger school with 223 students compared with 217.
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 Needmore Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Needmore Elementary School ranks higher (55.0 vs 51.3 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 Dollens Elementary and Needmore Elementary School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Oolitic and Bedford in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dollens Elementary: 217. Needmore Elementary School: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dollens Elementary and Needmore Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Dollens Elementary is 563rd of 1,053 and Needmore Elementary School is 471st of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).