Central Elementary School vs Northside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 209 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
Northside Elementary
Pearl · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
665 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi | Northside Elementary Pearl, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 427 | #87 of 427 |
| National rank | #27362 of 50,301 | #19942 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 660 | 665 |
| Enrollment | 660 | 665 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 69.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 62% |
| city | Lucedale | Pearl |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.5 vs 46.7).
- •Northside Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 49%).
- •Northside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 51%).
- •Northside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.6% vs 70.2%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.1 vs 16.6).
- •Northside Elementary is the larger school with 665 students compared with 660.
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 Northside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Northside Elementary ranks higher (57.5 vs 46.7 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 School and Northside Elementary?
About 209 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Pearl in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 660. Northside Elementary: 665. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Northside Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Central Elementary School is 160th of 427 and Northside Elementary is 87th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).