Gardiner Elem vs Pauline Central Primary
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.
Gardiner Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
Pauline Central Primary
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
406 students
| Measure | Gardiner Elem Wichita, Kansas | Pauline Central Primary Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #666 of 686 | #429 of 686 |
| National rank | #47738 of 50,301 | #31405 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 405 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.3% | 70.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 11.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 42% |
| city | Wichita | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pauline Central Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.8 vs 14.8).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 13%).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 19%).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.7% vs 95.3%).
- •Pauline Central Primary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 14.0).
- •Pauline Central Primary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 405.
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 Gardiner Elem better than Pauline Central Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Pauline Central Primary ranks higher (40.8 vs 14.8 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 Gardiner Elem and Pauline Central Primary?
About 202 km in a straight line, between Wichita and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardiner Elem: 405. Pauline Central Primary: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardiner Elem and Pauline Central Primary rank in Kansas?
Gardiner Elem is 666th of 686 and Pauline Central Primary is 429th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).