East Central High School vs Newton County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 204 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Central High School
Moss Point · Public high · Grades 9–13
777 students
Newton County High School
Decatur · Public high · Grades 7–12
768 students
| Measure | East Central High School Moss Point, Mississippi | Newton County High School Decatur, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 197 | #31 of 197 |
| National rank | #4535 of 16,910 | #6503 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–13 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 777 | 768 |
| Enrollment | 777 | 768 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.5% | 48% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 54% |
| city | Moss Point | Decatur |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 57.3).
- •East Central High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 54%).
- •East Central High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Newton County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48% vs 48.5%).
- •Newton County High School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.2).
- •East Central High School is the larger school with 777 students compared with 768.
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 East Central High School better than Newton County High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Central High School ranks higher (65.0 vs 57.3 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 East Central High School and Newton County High School?
About 204 km in a straight line, between Moss Point and Decatur in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Central High School: 777. Newton County High School: 768. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Central High School and Newton County High School rank in Mississippi?
East Central High School is 14th of 197 and Newton County High School is 31st of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).