Central Elementary School vs Lava Ridge Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Oregon, United States, 285 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
La Grande · Public elementary · Grades K–5
403 students
Lava Ridge Elementary School
Bend · Public elementary · Grades K–5
404 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School La Grande, Oregon | Lava Ridge Elementary School Bend, Oregon |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #218 of 678 | #80 of 678 |
| National rank | #25553 of 50,301 | #13298 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 403 | 404 |
| Enrollment | 403 | 404 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| city | La Grande | Bend |
| state | Oregon | Oregon |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lava Ridge Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 49.4).
- •Lava Ridge Elementary School does better on math proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Lava Ridge Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 53%).
- •Lava Ridge Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.3% vs 65.8%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.2).
- •Lava Ridge Elementary School is the larger school with 404 students compared with 403.
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 Lava Ridge Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lava Ridge Elementary School ranks higher (67.2 vs 49.4 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 School and Lava Ridge Elementary School?
About 285 km in a straight line, between La Grande and Bend in Oregon.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 403. Lava Ridge Elementary School: 404. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Lava Ridge Elementary School rank in Oregon?
Central Elementary School is 218th of 678 and Lava Ridge Elementary School is 80th of 678 among elementary schools in Oregon on the 2025 Success Index (US).