Hattiesburg STEAM Academy vs Rowan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy
Hattiesburg · Public middle · Grades 6–6
263 students
Rowan Elementary
Hattiesburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
425 students
| Measure | Hattiesburg STEAM Academy Hattiesburg, Mississippi | Rowan Elementary Hattiesburg, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 181 | #308 of 427 |
| National rank | #13212 of 15,369 | #42589 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 263 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Hattiesburg | Hattiesburg |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.1 vs 23.6).
- •Hattiesburg STEAM Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 21%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •Hattiesburg STEAM Academy does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 17.0).
- •Rowan Elementary is the larger school with 425 students compared with 263.
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 Hattiesburg STEAM Academy better than Rowan Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hattiesburg STEAM Academy and Rowan Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hattiesburg and Hattiesburg in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy: 263. Rowan Elementary: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hattiesburg STEAM Academy and Rowan Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Hattiesburg STEAM Academy is 131st of 181 and Rowan Elementary is 308th of 427 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).