Benndale Elementary School vs Central Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benndale Elementary School
Lucedale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
138 students
Central Elementary School
Lucedale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
660 students
| Measure | Benndale Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi | Central Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #262 of 427 | #160 of 427 |
| National rank | #36353 of 50,301 | #27362 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 138 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 138 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.5% | 70.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 16.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 49% |
| city | Lucedale | Lucedale |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 33.3).
- •Central Elementary School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 37%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.2% vs 72.5%).
- •Benndale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 16.1).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 660 students compared with 138.
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 Benndale Elementary School better than Central Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary School ranks higher (46.7 vs 33.3 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 Benndale Elementary School and Central Elementary School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Lucedale in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benndale Elementary School: 138. Central Elementary School: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benndale Elementary School and Central Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Benndale Elementary School is 262nd of 427 and Central Elementary School is 160th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).