Central Elementary School vs Highland Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Paintsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
341 students
Highland Elementary School
Staffordsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
392 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Paintsville, Kentucky | Highland Elementary School Staffordsville, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #257 of 707 | #239 of 707 |
| National rank | #19104 of 50,301 | #18400 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 341 | 392 |
| Enrollment | 341 | 392 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.1% | 63.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 52% |
| city | Paintsville | Staffordsville |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 58.6).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 77.1%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.5).
- •Highland Elementary School is the larger school with 392 students compared with 341.
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 Highland Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary School ranks higher (59.7 vs 58.6 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 Highland Elementary School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Paintsville and Staffordsville in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 341. Highland Elementary School: 392. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Highland Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Central Elementary School is 257th of 707 and Highland Elementary School is 239th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).