Central Elementary School vs Lakeside Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 210 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Forrest City · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
713 students
Lakeside Intermediate School
Hot Springs · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
721 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Forrest City, Arkansas | Lakeside Intermediate School Hot Springs, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 2 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #511 of 511 | #60 of 511 |
| National rank | #50277 of 50,301 | #13973 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 713 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 713 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 49.5% |
| Students per teacher | 29.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 81% |
| city | Forrest City | Hot Springs |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeside Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.2 vs 2.0).
- •Lakeside Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.5% vs 100%).
- •Lakeside Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 29.7).
- •Lakeside Intermediate School is the larger school with 721 students compared with 713.
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 Lakeside Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeside Intermediate School ranks higher (66.2 vs 2.0 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 Lakeside Intermediate School?
About 210 km in a straight line, between Forrest City and Hot Springs in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 713. Lakeside Intermediate School: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Lakeside Intermediate School rank in Arkansas?
Central Elementary School is 511th of 511 and Lakeside Intermediate School is 60th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).