Central Elementary School vs South Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Ohio, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 5–5
195 students
South Elementary School
New Philadelphia · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
429 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School New Philadelphia, Ohio | South Elementary School New Philadelphia, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #374 of 646 | #216 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #3727 of 15,369 | #3597 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–5 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 195 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 195 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 18.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 91% |
| city | New Philadelphia | New Philadelphia |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 68.2).
- •South Elementary School does better on math proficiency (91% vs 67%).
- •South Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 62%).
- •South Elementary School does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 21.7).
- •South Elementary School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 195.
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 School better than South Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Elementary School ranks higher (82.6 vs 68.2 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 School and South Elementary School?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between New Philadelphia and New Philadelphia in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 195. South Elementary School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and South Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Central Elementary School is 374th of 646 and South Elementary School is 216th of 1,713 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).