Beeson Elementary vs Central Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beeson Elementary
Dodge City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
355 students
Central Elem
Dodge City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
| Measure | Beeson Elementary Dodge City, Kansas | Central Elem Dodge City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #686 of 686 | #682 of 686 |
| National rank | #49981 of 50,301 | #49478 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 355 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Dodge City | Dodge City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.9 vs 7.4).
- •Central Elem does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Beeson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.1% vs 95%).
- •Central Elem does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 23.7).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 381 students compared with 355.
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 Beeson Elementary better than Central Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem ranks higher (9.9 vs 7.4 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 Beeson Elementary and Central Elem?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Dodge City and Dodge City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Beeson Elementary: 355. Central Elem: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Beeson Elementary and Central Elem rank in Kansas?
Beeson Elementary is 686th of 686 and Central Elem is 682nd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).