Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School vs L F Smith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 51 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School
Osgood · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
421 students
L F Smith Elementary
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
420 students
| Measure | Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School Osgood, Indiana | L F Smith Elementary Columbus, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #506 of 1,053 | #518 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #22704 of 50,301 | #22914 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 421 | 420 |
| Enrollment | 421 | 420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.3% | 57.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 50% |
| city | Osgood | Columbus |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.5 vs 53.2).
- •Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School does better on math proficiency (53% vs 50%).
- •L F Smith Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 45%).
- •Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.3% vs 57.9%).
- •Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 15.6).
- •Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School is the larger school with 421 students compared with 420.
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 Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School better than L F Smith Elementary?
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 Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School and L F Smith Elementary?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Osgood and Columbus in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School: 421. L F Smith Elementary: 420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School and L F Smith Elementary rank in Indiana?
Jac-Cen-Del Elementary School is 506th of 1,053 and L F Smith Elementary is 518th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).