George County High School vs South Panola High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Mississippi, United States, 403 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George County High School
Lucedale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,115 students
South Panola High School
Batesville · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,113 students
| Measure | George County High School Lucedale, Mississippi | South Panola High School Batesville, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #46 of 197 | #58 of 197 |
| National rank | #7719 of 16,910 | #8749 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,115 | 1,113 |
| Enrollment | 1,115 | 1,113 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.5% | 84.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 69% |
| city | Lucedale | Batesville |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.5 vs 48.6).
- •South Panola High School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 60%).
- •George County High School does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •George County High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.5% vs 84.7%).
- •South Panola High School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.3).
- •George County High School is the larger school with 1,115 students compared with 1,113.
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 George County High School better than South Panola High School?
On the Success Index (US), George County High School ranks higher (52.5 vs 48.6 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 George County High School and South Panola High School?
About 403 km in a straight line, between Lucedale and Batesville in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George County High School: 1,115. South Panola High School: 1,113. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George County High School and South Panola High School rank in Mississippi?
George County High School is 46th of 197 and South Panola High School is 58th of 197 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).