Holmes County Central High School vs William Dean Jr Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holmes County Central High School
Lexington · Public high · Grades 9–12
714 students
William Dean Jr Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
426 students
| Measure | Holmes County Central High School Lexington, Mississippi | William Dean Jr Elementary School Lexington, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #193 of 197 | #420 of 427 |
| National rank | #16515 of 16,910 | #50053 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 714 | 426 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 426 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 6% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 12% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes County Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.2 vs 6.8).
- •William Dean Jr Elementary School does better on math proficiency (12% vs 8%).
- •William Dean Jr Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (19% vs 6%).
- •Holmes County Central High School does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 17.8).
- •Holmes County Central High School is the larger school with 714 students compared with 426.
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 Holmes County Central High School better than William Dean Jr Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes County Central High School ranks higher (11.2 vs 6.8 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 Holmes County Central High School and William Dean Jr Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Holmes County Central High School: 714. William Dean Jr Elementary School: 426. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Holmes County Central High School and William Dean Jr Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Holmes County Central High School is 193rd of 197 and William Dean Jr Elementary School is 420th of 427 among high schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).