Central Elementary School vs Linden Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Linden · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
337 students
Linden Elementary School
Linden · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
295 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Linden, Michigan | Linden Elementary School Linden, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #388 of 1,581 | #471 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #15364 of 50,301 | #18280 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–3 |
| Students | 337 | 295 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 295 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.6% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 52% |
| city | Linden | Linden |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 59.9).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 52%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 57%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.6% vs 31.2%).
- •Linden Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.8).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 337 students compared with 295.
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 Elementary School better than Linden Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (64.1 vs 59.9 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 Elementary School and Linden Elementary School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Linden and Linden in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 337. Linden Elementary School: 295. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Linden Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Central Elementary School is 388th of 1,581 and Linden Elementary School is 471st of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).