DeSoto Central Primary School vs Lewisburg Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 7.4 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
Lewisburg Primary School
Olive Branch · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
578 students
| Measure | DeSoto Central Primary School Southaven, Mississippi | Lewisburg Primary School Olive Branch, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #97 of 427 | #58 of 427 |
| National rank | #21503 of 50,301 | #16457 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 792 | 578 |
| Enrollment | 792 | 578 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.8% | 23.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Southaven | Olive Branch |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewisburg Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 55.2).
- •Lewisburg Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.2% vs 40.8%).
- •DeSoto Central Primary School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.1).
- •DeSoto Central Primary School is the larger school with 792 students compared with 578.
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 Lewisburg Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lewisburg Primary School ranks higher (62.5 vs 55.2 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 Lewisburg Primary School?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Southaven and Olive Branch in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DeSoto Central Primary School: 792. Lewisburg Primary School: 578. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DeSoto Central Primary School and Lewisburg Primary School rank in Mississippi?
DeSoto Central Primary School is 97th of 427 and Lewisburg Primary School is 58th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).