Central Elem vs Sunnyside Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Dodge City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
Sunnyside Elem
Dodge City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
365 students
| Measure | Central Elem Dodge City, Kansas | Sunnyside Elem Dodge City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #682 of 686 | #683 of 686 |
| National rank | #49478 of 50,301 | #49614 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 381 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 381 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95% | 96.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Dodge City | Dodge City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.9 vs 9.4).
- •Sunnyside Elem does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Central Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95% vs 96.2%).
- •Central Elem does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 22.8).
- •Central Elem is the larger school with 381 students compared with 365.
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 Sunnyside Elem?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elem and Sunnyside Elem?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Dodge City and Dodge City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 381. Sunnyside Elem: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and Sunnyside Elem rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 682nd of 686 and Sunnyside Elem is 683rd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).