Central Elementary vs Crystal Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 216 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Gulfport · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
482 students
Crystal Springs Elementary
Crystal Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–4
482 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Gulfport, Mississippi | Crystal Springs Elementary Crystal Springs, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #236 of 427 | #229 of 427 |
| National rank | #34239 of 50,301 | #34091 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 482 | 482 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 482 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 62% |
| city | Gulfport | Crystal Springs |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.6 vs 36.8).
- •Crystal Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 41%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.4% vs 100%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 18.5).
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 Central Elementary better than Crystal Springs Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Elementary and Crystal Springs Elementary?
About 216 km in a straight line, between Gulfport and Crystal Springs in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 482. Crystal Springs Elementary: 482. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Crystal Springs Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Central Elementary is 236th of 427 and Crystal Springs Elementary is 229th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).