A.W. James Elementary vs Baxterville School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 315 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.W. James Elementary
Drew · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
219 students
Baxterville School
Lumberton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
217 students
| Measure | A.W. James Elementary Drew, Mississippi | Baxterville School Lumberton, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 427 | #79 of 427 |
| National rank | #39304 of 50,301 | #18630 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 219 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 219 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 77.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Drew | Lumberton |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baxterville School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.3 vs 28.8).
- •Baxterville School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Baxterville School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Baxterville School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.9% vs 100%).
- •Baxterville School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 12.9).
- •A.W. James Elementary is the larger school with 219 students compared with 217.
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 A.W. James Elementary better than Baxterville School?
On the Success Index (US), Baxterville School ranks higher (59.3 vs 28.8 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 A.W. James Elementary and Baxterville School?
About 315 km in a straight line, between Drew and Lumberton in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.W. James Elementary: 219. Baxterville School: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.W. James Elementary and Baxterville School rank in Mississippi?
A.W. James Elementary is 281st of 427 and Baxterville School is 79th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).