Central Elementary School vs East Side Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arkansas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Magnolia · Public middle · Grades 3–7
527 students
East Side Elementary School
Magnolia · Public elementary · Grades K–2
570 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Magnolia, Arkansas | East Side Elementary School Magnolia, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #168 of 211 | #378 of 511 |
| National rank | #10984 of 15,369 | #37406 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–7 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 527 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.2% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 57% |
| city | Magnolia | Magnolia |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 31.7).
- •East Side Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 46%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •East Side Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (97.2% vs 99.2%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.8).
- •East Side Elementary School is the larger school with 570 students compared with 527.
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 East Side Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (34.4 vs 31.7 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 Elementary School and East Side Elementary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Magnolia and Magnolia in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 527. East Side Elementary School: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and East Side Elementary School rank in Arkansas?
Central Elementary School is 168th of 211 and East Side Elementary School is 378th of 511 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).