Merle J Abbett Elementary School vs South Decatur Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 208 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Merle J Abbett Elementary School
Fort Wayne · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
467 students
South Decatur Elementary School
Greensburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
467 students
| Measure | Merle J Abbett Elementary School Fort Wayne, Indiana | South Decatur Elementary School Greensburg, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1002 of 1,053 | #674 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #43398 of 50,301 | #27793 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 467 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.6% | 59.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 51% |
| city | Fort Wayne | Greensburg |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Decatur Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 22.3).
- •South Decatur Elementary School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 12%).
- •South Decatur Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •South Decatur Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 72.6%).
- •Merle J Abbett Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.1).
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 Merle J Abbett Elementary School better than South Decatur Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Decatur Elementary School ranks higher (46.2 vs 22.3 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 Merle J Abbett Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School?
About 208 km in a straight line, between Fort Wayne and Greensburg in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School: 467. South Decatur Elementary School: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Merle J Abbett Elementary School and South Decatur Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Merle J Abbett Elementary School is 1002nd of 1,053 and South Decatur Elementary School is 674th of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).