Benton Elementary vs Shell Lake Primary (K-2)
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 373 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benton Elementary
Benton · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
131 students
Shell Lake Primary (K-2)
Shell Lake · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
131 students
| Measure | Benton Elementary Benton, Wisconsin | Shell Lake Primary (K-2) Shell Lake, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #482 of 1,069 | #410 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #19762 of 50,301 | #17091 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 131 | 131 |
| Enrollment | 131 | 131 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.1% | 53.4% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | – |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | – |
| city | Benton | Shell Lake |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shell Lake Primary (K-2) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 57.7).
- •Benton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 53.4%).
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 Benton Elementary better than Shell Lake Primary (K-2)?
On the Success Index (US), Shell Lake Primary (K-2) ranks higher (61.6 vs 57.7 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 Benton Elementary and Shell Lake Primary (K-2)?
About 373 km in a straight line, between Benton and Shell Lake in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benton Elementary: 131. Shell Lake Primary (K-2): 131. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benton Elementary and Shell Lake Primary (K-2) rank in Wisconsin?
Benton Elementary is 482nd of 1,069 and Shell Lake Primary (K-2) is 410th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).