Central Elementary vs South Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 9.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Mc Arthur · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
327 students
South Elementary
Hamden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
221 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Mc Arthur, Ohio | South Elementary Hamden, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #418 of 1,713 | #375 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #6232 of 50,301 | #5634 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 327 | 221 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 221 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Mc Arthur | Hamden |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.9 vs 77.8).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •South Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 14.2).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 327 students compared with 221.
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 South Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary ranks higher (78.9 vs 77.8 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 South Elementary?
About 9.7 km in a straight line, between Mc Arthur and Hamden in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 327. South Elementary: 221. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and South Elementary rank in Ohio?
Central Elementary is 418th of 1,713 and South Elementary is 375th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).