Central Elementary vs Gulfport High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.8 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
Gulfport High School
Gulfport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,702 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Gulfport, Mississippi | Gulfport High School Gulfport, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #236 of 427 | #43 of 197 |
| National rank | #34239 of 50,301 | #7338 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 482 | 1,702 |
| Enrollment | 482 | 1,702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 59% |
| city | Gulfport | Gulfport |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulfport High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.9 vs 36.6).
- •Gulfport High School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 44%).
- •Gulfport High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.7% vs 99.4%).
- •Gulfport High School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 13.0).
- •Gulfport High School is the larger school with 1,702 students compared with 482.
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 Gulfport High School?
On the Success Index (US), Gulfport High School ranks higher (53.9 vs 36.6 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 Central Elementary and Gulfport High School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Gulfport and Gulfport in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 482. Gulfport High School: 1,702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Gulfport High School rank in Mississippi?
Central Elementary is 236th of 427 and Gulfport High School is 43rd of 197 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).