Central Elementary vs Pittman Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 328 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Steele · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
235 students
Pittman Elem.
Springfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
235 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Steele, Missouri | Pittman Elem. Springfield, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1014 of 1,159 | #912 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #43320 of 50,301 | #36618 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 235 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Steele | Springfield |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pittman Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 22.4).
- •Pittman Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 100%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.8).
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 better than Pittman Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Pittman Elem. ranks higher (33.0 vs 22.4 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 Central Elementary and Pittman Elem.?
About 328 km in a straight line, between Steele and Springfield in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 235. Pittman Elem.: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Pittman Elem. rank in Missouri?
Central Elementary is 1014th of 1,159 and Pittman Elem. is 912th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).