Central Elementary vs Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 388 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Sidney · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
272 students
Independent School
Billings · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
272 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Sidney, Montana | Independent School Billings, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #154 of 267 | #65 of 267 |
| National rank | #26948 of 50,301 | #14724 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 272 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.1% | 31.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| city | Sidney | Billings |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independent School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.1 vs 47.3).
- •Independent School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Independent School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Independent School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.3% vs 40.1%).
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 Independent School?
On the Success Index (US), Independent School ranks higher (65.1 vs 47.3 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 Independent School?
About 388 km in a straight line, between Sidney and Billings in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 272. Independent School: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Independent School rank in Montana?
Central Elementary is 154th of 267 and Independent School is 65th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).