Parkwood Elementary School vs Pleasant Run Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Indiana, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkwood Elementary School
Clarksville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
561 students
Pleasant Run Elementary School
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–4
561 students
| Measure | Parkwood Elementary School Clarksville, Indiana | Pleasant Run Elementary School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #934 of 1,053 | #902 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #39540 of 50,301 | #37439 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 561 | 561 |
| Enrollment | 561 | 561 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 68.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Clarksville | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pleasant Run Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 28.5).
- •Pleasant Run Elementary School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Parkwood Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Pleasant Run Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.1% vs 80.7%).
- •Parkwood Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 16.0).
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 Parkwood Elementary School better than Pleasant Run Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Pleasant Run Elementary School ranks higher (31.7 vs 28.5 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 Parkwood Elementary School and Pleasant Run Elementary School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Clarksville and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkwood Elementary School: 561. Pleasant Run Elementary School: 561. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkwood Elementary School and Pleasant Run Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Parkwood Elementary School is 934th of 1,053 and Pleasant Run Elementary School is 902nd of 1,053 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).