Central Elem vs Cordley Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 202 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Columbus · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
348 students
Cordley Elem
Lawrence · Public elementary · Grades K–5
348 students
| Measure | Central Elem Columbus, Kansas | Cordley Elem Lawrence, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #516 of 686 | #324 of 686 |
| National rank | #36303 of 50,301 | #26271 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 348 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 59.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 37% |
| city | Columbus | Lawrence |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cordley Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.3 vs 33.4).
- •Cordley Elem does better on math proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 64.4%).
- •Cordley Elem does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
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 Central Elem better than Cordley Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Cordley Elem ranks higher (48.3 vs 33.4 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 Central Elem and Cordley Elem?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Lawrence in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 348. Cordley Elem: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Cordley Elem rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 516th of 686 and Cordley Elem is 324th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).