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Guilford Elementary vs Saint Joseph Central School

A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.

MeasureGuilford Elementary
Plainfield, Indiana
Saint Joseph Central School
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Success Index (US)
59
Top 50%
60
Top 50%
State rank#401 of 1,053#389 of 1,053
National rank#18914 of 50,301#18549 of 50,301
SectorPublicPublic
TypeElementaryElementary
Year rangeGrades Kโ€“5Grades Kโ€“5
Students434434
Enrollment434434
Free/reduced-price lunch32.7%45.4%
Students per teacher17.411.1
Reading proficiencyโ€“46%
Math proficiencyโ€“51%
cityPlainfieldFort Wayne
stateIndianaIndiana
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The verdict

  • โ€ขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (58.9 vs 59.5).
  • โ€ขGuilford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.7% vs 45.4%).
  • โ€ขSaint Joseph Central School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 17.4).

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 Guilford Elementary better than Saint Joseph Central School?

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 Guilford Elementary and Saint Joseph Central School?

About 200 km in a straight line, between Plainfield and Fort Wayne in Indiana.

Which has the better Enrollment?

Guilford Elementary: 434. Saint Joseph Central School: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.

How do Guilford Elementary and Saint Joseph Central School rank in Indiana?

Guilford Elementary is 401st of 1,053 and Saint Joseph Central School is 389th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).