Hawkins Elementary vs LC Hatcher Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawkins Elementary
Hattiesburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
283 students
LC Hatcher Elementary School
Lucedale · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
280 students
| Measure | Hawkins Elementary Hattiesburg, Mississippi | LC Hatcher Elementary School Lucedale, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #271 of 427 | #338 of 427 |
| National rank | #38009 of 50,301 | #44836 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 283 | 280 |
| Enrollment | 283 | 280 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.6% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 24.5% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 5% |
| city | Hattiesburg | Lucedale |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hawkins Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 20.0).
- •Hawkins Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 5%).
- •Hawkins Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 24.5%).
- •LC Hatcher Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 99.6%).
- •Hawkins Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.7).
- •Hawkins Elementary is the larger school with 283 students compared with 280.
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 Hawkins Elementary better than LC Hatcher Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Hawkins Elementary ranks higher (30.8 vs 20.0 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 Hawkins Elementary and LC Hatcher Elementary School?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Hattiesburg and Lucedale in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawkins Elementary: 283. LC Hatcher Elementary School: 280. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawkins Elementary and LC Hatcher Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Hawkins Elementary is 271st of 427 and LC Hatcher Elementary School is 338th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).