Murray County Central Elementary vs West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 683 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Murray County Central Elementary
Slayton · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
137 students
West Elementary
Slayton · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
256 students
| Measure | Murray County Central Elementary Slayton, Minnesota | West Elementary Slayton, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #468 of 923 | #176 of 923 |
| National rank | #12752 of 50,301 | #5277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–1 | Grades 2–6 |
| Students | 137 | 256 |
| Enrollment | 137 | 256 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 42.2% |
| Students per teacher | – | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 65% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | Slayton | Slayton |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 68.0).
- •West Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.2% vs 43.8%).
- •West Elementary is the larger school with 256 students compared with 137.
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 Murray County Central Elementary better than West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Elementary ranks higher (79.5 vs 68.0 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 Murray County Central Elementary and West Elementary?
About 683 m in a straight line, between Slayton and Slayton in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murray County Central Elementary: 137. West Elementary: 256. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murray County Central Elementary and West Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Murray County Central Elementary is 468th of 923 and West Elementary is 176th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).