Central Oaks Academy vs Howe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 473 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Oaks Academy
Wisconsin Rapids · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
88 students
Howe Elementary
Wisconsin Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
336 students
| Measure | Central Oaks Academy Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin | Howe Elementary Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #762 of 1,069 | #839 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #29792 of 50,301 | #34187 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 88 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 88 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.7% | 66.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Wisconsin Rapids | Wisconsin Rapids |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Oaks Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 36.7).
- •Central Oaks Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Central Oaks Academy does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Central Oaks Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.7% vs 66.1%).
- •Howe Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 17.6).
- •Howe Elementary is the larger school with 336 students compared with 88.
- •Central Oaks Academy is a charter school while Howe Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Oaks Academy better than Howe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Oaks Academy ranks higher (43.2 vs 36.7 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 Central Oaks Academy and Howe Elementary?
About 473 m in a straight line, between Wisconsin Rapids and Wisconsin Rapids in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Oaks Academy: 88. Howe Elementary: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Oaks Academy and Howe Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Central Oaks Academy is 762nd of 1,069 and Howe Elementary is 839th of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).