L F Smith Elementary vs Peifer Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 285 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
L F Smith Elementary
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
420 students
Peifer Elementary School
Schererville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
420 students
| Measure | L F Smith Elementary Columbus, Indiana | Peifer Elementary School Schererville, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #518 of 1,053 | #85 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #22914 of 50,301 | #6497 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 420 | 420 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 420 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.9% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| city | Columbus | Schererville |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peifer Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.4 vs 53.2).
- •Peifer Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Peifer Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •Peifer Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 57.9%).
- •Peifer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 15.6).
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 L F Smith Elementary better than Peifer Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Peifer Elementary School ranks higher (77.4 vs 53.2 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 L F Smith Elementary and Peifer Elementary School?
About 285 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Schererville in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
L F Smith Elementary: 420. Peifer Elementary School: 420. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do L F Smith Elementary and Peifer Elementary School rank in Indiana?
L F Smith Elementary is 518th of 1,053 and Peifer Elementary School is 85th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).