Benndale Elementary School vs Galena School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 427 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
Galena School
Holly Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–8
138 students
| Measure | Benndale Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi | Galena School Holly Springs, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #262 of 427 | #328 of 427 |
| National rank | #36353 of 50,301 | #44276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 138 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 138 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.5% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | Lucedale | Holly Springs |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benndale Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 20.9).
- •Benndale Elementary School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Benndale Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Benndale Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 97.8%).
- •Benndale Elementary School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 12.5).
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 Benndale Elementary School better than Galena School?
On the Success Index (US), Benndale Elementary School ranks higher (33.3 vs 20.9 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 Galena School?
About 427 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Holly Springs in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benndale Elementary School: 138. Galena School: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benndale Elementary School and Galena School rank in Mississippi?
Benndale Elementary School is 262nd of 427 and Galena School is 328th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).