Central Elementary vs John Van Lindley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Eden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
521 students
John Van Lindley Elementary
Greensboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
521 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Eden, North Carolina | John Van Lindley Elementary Greensboro, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #802 of 1,457 | #545 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #38914 of 50,301 | #32954 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 521 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.1% | 99.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 39% |
| city | Eden | Greensboro |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Van Lindley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 29.4).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 39%).
- •John Van Lindley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 40%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (98.1% vs 99.4%).
- •John Van Lindley Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.8).
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 John Van Lindley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Van Lindley Elementary ranks higher (38.5 vs 29.4 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 John Van Lindley Elementary?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Eden and Greensboro in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 521. John Van Lindley Elementary: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and John Van Lindley Elementary rank in North Carolina?
Central Elementary is 802nd of 1,457 and John Van Lindley Elementary is 545th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).