Benton Elem vs Northwest High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
273 students
Northwest High
Wichita · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,424 students
| Measure | Benton Elem Wichita, Kansas | Northwest High Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #533 of 686 | #247 of 296 |
| National rank | #37394 of 50,301 | #14326 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 273 | 1,424 |
| Enrollment | 273 | 1,424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.7% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 24% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benton Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.7 vs 25.3).
- •Northwest High does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Benton Elem does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Northwest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.7% vs 70.7%).
- •Benton Elem does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.4).
- •Northwest High is the larger school with 1,424 students compared with 273.
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 Benton Elem better than Northwest High?
On the Success Index (US), Benton Elem ranks higher (31.7 vs 25.3 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 Benton Elem and Northwest High?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elem: 273. Northwest High: 1,424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elem and Northwest High rank in Kansas?
Benton Elem is 533rd of 686 and Northwest High is 247th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).