Central Heights Elem vs Marion Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 159 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Heights Elem
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
239 students
Marion Elem
Marion · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
238 students
| Measure | Central Heights Elem Richmond, Kansas | Marion Elem Marion, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #185 of 686 | #168 of 686 |
| National rank | #18381 of 50,301 | #17076 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 239 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 50.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Richmond | Marion |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marion Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 59.7).
- •Marion Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 52.7%).
- •Marion Elem does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 12.0).
- •Central Heights Elem is the larger school with 239 students compared with 238.
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 Heights Elem better than Marion Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Marion Elem ranks higher (61.6 vs 59.7 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 Heights Elem and Marion Elem?
About 159 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Marion in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Heights Elem: 239. Marion Elem: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Heights Elem and Marion Elem rank in Kansas?
Central Heights Elem is 185th of 686 and Marion Elem is 168th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).