Houston Upper Elementary vs Simpson Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 246 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Houston Upper Elementary
Houston · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
387 students
Simpson Central School
Pinola · Public elementary · Grades K–8
388 students
| Measure | Houston Upper Elementary Houston, Mississippi | Simpson Central School Pinola, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 427 | #163 of 427 |
| National rank | #28996 of 50,301 | #27993 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 387 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 84% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 48% |
| Math proficiency | – | 55% |
| city | Houston | Pinola |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Simpson Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 44.4).
- •Houston Upper Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 84%).
- •Houston Upper Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.5).
- •Simpson Central School is the larger school with 388 students compared with 387.
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 Houston Upper Elementary better than Simpson Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Simpson Central School ranks higher (45.9 vs 44.4 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 Houston Upper Elementary and Simpson Central School?
About 246 km in a straight line, between Houston and Pinola in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Houston Upper Elementary: 387. Simpson Central School: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Houston Upper Elementary and Simpson Central School rank in Mississippi?
Houston Upper Elementary is 180th of 427 and Simpson Central School is 163rd of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).