Central Elementary School vs Graves County Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Benton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
480 students
Graves County Central Elementary
Mayfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
480 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Benton, Kentucky | Graves County Central Elementary Mayfield, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #304 of 707 | #66 of 707 |
| National rank | #21501 of 50,301 | #10869 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 480 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 480 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.8% | 61.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 75% |
| city | Benton | Mayfield |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Graves County Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.6 vs 55.2).
- •Graves County Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 48%).
- •Graves County Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 55%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 61.7%).
- •Graves County Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 15.5).
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 Graves County Central Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Graves County Central Elementary ranks higher (70.6 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 Graves County Central Elementary?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Benton and Mayfield in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 480. Graves County Central Elementary: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Graves County Central Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Central Elementary School is 304th of 707 and Graves County Central Elementary is 66th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).