Pioneer Elementary School vs Rita Murphy Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Dakota, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pioneer Elementary School
Bismarck · Public elementary · Grades K–5
203 students
Rita Murphy Elementary School
Bismarck · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Pioneer Elementary School Bismarck, North Dakota | Rita Murphy Elementary School Bismarck, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #164 of 232 | #166 of 232 |
| National rank | #23699 of 50,301 | #23998 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 203 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 203 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.9% | 33.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 44% |
| city | Bismarck | Bismarck |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.1 vs 51.7).
- •Rita Murphy Elementary School does better on math proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Rita Murphy Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.2% vs 42.9%).
- •Pioneer Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 14.7).
- •Rita Murphy Elementary School is the larger school with 367 students compared with 203.
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 Pioneer Elementary School better than Rita Murphy Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Pioneer Elementary School and Rita Murphy Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Bismarck and Bismarck in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pioneer Elementary School: 203. Rita Murphy Elementary School: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pioneer Elementary School and Rita Murphy Elementary School rank in North Dakota?
Pioneer Elementary School is 164th of 232 and Rita Murphy Elementary School is 166th of 232 among elementary schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).