DeSoto Central Primary School vs East Jones Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 366 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DeSoto Central Primary School
Southaven · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
792 students
East Jones Elementary
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
794 students
| Measure | DeSoto Central Primary School Southaven, Mississippi | East Jones Elementary Laurel, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 427 | #151 of 427 |
| National rank | #21503 of 50,301 | #26724 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 792 | 794 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 794 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 74.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Southaven | Laurel |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DeSoto Central Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 47.6).
- •DeSoto Central Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 74.4%).
- •East Jones Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 16.9).
- •East Jones Elementary is the larger school with 794 students compared with 792.
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 Primary School better than East Jones Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), DeSoto Central Primary School ranks higher (55.2 vs 47.6 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 DeSoto Central Primary School and East Jones Elementary?
About 366 km in a straight line, between Southaven and Laurel in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeSoto Central Primary School: 792. East Jones Elementary: 794. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeSoto Central Primary School and East Jones Elementary rank in Mississippi?
DeSoto Central Primary School is 97th of 427 and East Jones Elementary is 151st of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).