Harrison Central High vs Lyman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrison Central High
Gulfport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,483 students
Lyman Elementary
Gulfport · Public elementary · Grades K–6
524 students
| Measure | Harrison Central High Gulfport, Mississippi | Lyman Elementary Gulfport, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 197 | #110 of 427 |
| National rank | #13091 of 16,910 | #23044 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,483 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 1,483 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99% | 65.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 61% |
| city | Gulfport | Gulfport |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lyman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.0 vs 31.1).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 39%).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 40%).
- •Lyman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.3% vs 99%).
- •Harrison Central High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 18.1).
- •Harrison Central High is the larger school with 1,483 students compared with 524.
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 Harrison Central High better than Lyman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lyman Elementary ranks higher (53.0 vs 31.1 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 Harrison Central High and Lyman Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Gulfport and Gulfport in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harrison Central High: 1,483. Lyman Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harrison Central High and Lyman Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Harrison Central High is 118th of 197 and Lyman Elementary is 110th of 427 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).