Central Elementary School vs George County Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 7.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Lucedale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
660 students
George County Middle School
Lucedale · Public middle · Grades 7–8
618 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi | George County Middle School Lucedale, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 427 | #63 of 181 |
| National rank | #27362 of 50,301 | #8426 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 660 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 67.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| city | Lucedale | Lucedale |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.7 vs 46.4).
- •George County Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 39%).
- •George County Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.3% vs 70.2%).
- •George County Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 16.1).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 660 students compared with 618.
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 School better than George County Middle School?
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 School and George County Middle School?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Lucedale in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 660. George County Middle School: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and George County Middle School rank in Mississippi?
Central Elementary School is 160th of 427 and George County Middle School is 63rd of 181 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).