Cane Run Elementary vs Salem Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 146 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cane Run Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
Salem Elementary School
Russell Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
401 students
| Measure | Cane Run Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Salem Elementary School Russell Springs, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #703 of 707 | #386 of 707 |
| National rank | #47900 of 50,301 | #24638 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 401 | 401 |
| Enrollment | 401 | 401 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83% | 70.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 52% |
| city | Louisville | Russell Springs |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.8 vs 14.4).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 17%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 83%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.4).
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 Cane Run Elementary better than Salem Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Elementary School ranks higher (50.8 vs 14.4 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 Cane Run Elementary and Salem Elementary School?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Louisville and Russell Springs in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cane Run Elementary: 401. Salem Elementary School: 401. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cane Run Elementary and Salem Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Cane Run Elementary is 703rd of 707 and Salem Elementary School is 386th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).