Central Elementary vs Rau School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 5.3 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
Rau School
Sidney · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
70 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Sidney, Montana | Rau School Sidney, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #154 of 267 | #22 of 267 |
| National rank | #26948 of 50,301 | #7014 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 272 | 70 |
| Enrollment | 272 | 70 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.1% | 41.4% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 69.5% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 69.5% |
| city | Sidney | Sidney |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rau School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 47.3).
- •Rau School does better on math proficiency (69.5% vs 35%).
- •Rau School does better on reading proficiency (69.5% vs 44%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 41.4%).
- •Rau School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 14.3).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 272 students compared with 70.
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 Rau School?
On the Success Index (US), Rau School ranks higher (76.5 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 Rau School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Sidney and Sidney in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 272. Rau School: 70. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Rau School rank in Montana?
Central Elementary is 154th of 267 and Rau School is 22nd of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).