DeSoto Central Elementary vs West Wortham Elementary and Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 491 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeSoto Central Elementary
Southaven · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
831 students
West Wortham Elementary and Middle School
Saucier · Public elementary · Grades K–8
844 students
| Measure | DeSoto Central Elementary Southaven, Mississippi | West Wortham Elementary and Middle School Saucier, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #47 of 427 | #41 of 427 |
| National rank | #14450 of 50,301 | #13253 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 831 | 844 |
| Enrollment | 831 | 844 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.4% | 69.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 75% |
| city | Southaven | Saucier |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Wortham Elementary and Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.3 vs 65.5).
- •West Wortham Elementary and Middle School does better on math proficiency (75% vs 64%).
- •DeSoto Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 58%).
- •DeSoto Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.4% vs 69.4%).
- •West Wortham Elementary and Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.3).
- •West Wortham Elementary and Middle School is the larger school with 844 students compared with 831.
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 DeSoto Central Elementary better than West Wortham Elementary and Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), West Wortham Elementary and Middle School ranks higher (67.3 vs 65.5 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 DeSoto Central Elementary and West Wortham Elementary and Middle School?
About 491 km in a straight line, between Southaven and Saucier in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeSoto Central Elementary: 831. West Wortham Elementary and Middle School: 844. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeSoto Central Elementary and West Wortham Elementary and Middle School rank in Mississippi?
DeSoto Central Elementary is 47th of 427 and West Wortham Elementary and Middle School is 41st of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).