Central Elementary vs Pelican Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Rhinelander · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
269 students
Pelican Elementary
Rhinelander · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
263 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Rhinelander, Wisconsin | Pelican Elementary Rhinelander, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #755 of 1,069 | #772 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #29436 of 50,301 | #30576 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 269 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 49% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 32% |
| city | Rhinelander | Rhinelander |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 42.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Pelican Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49% vs 61.7%).
- •Pelican Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 10.8).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 269 students compared with 263.
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 Pelican Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (43.7 vs 42.1 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 Pelican Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Rhinelander and Rhinelander in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 269. Pelican Elementary: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Pelican Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central Elementary is 755th of 1,069 and Pelican Elementary is 772nd of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).