Central Elementary School vs Jesse D Lay Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Barbourville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
313 students
Jesse D Lay Elementary School
Barbourville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
325 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Barbourville, Kentucky | Jesse D Lay Elementary School Barbourville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #303 of 707 | #183 of 707 |
| National rank | #21500 of 50,301 | #16389 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 313 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 56.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| city | Barbourville | Barbourville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jesse D Lay Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.6 vs 55.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Jesse D Lay Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 61%).
- •Jesse D Lay Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.9% vs 86.3%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.0).
- •Jesse D Lay Elementary School is the larger school with 325 students compared with 313.
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 Jesse D Lay Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Jesse D Lay Elementary School ranks higher (62.6 vs 55.2 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 Jesse D Lay Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Barbourville and Barbourville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 313. Jesse D Lay Elementary School: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Jesse D Lay Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Central Elementary School is 303rd of 707 and Jesse D Lay Elementary School is 183rd of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).