Johnson Elementary School vs West Side Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 207 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson Elementary School
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
444 students
West Side Elementary
Picayune · Public elementary · Grades K–6
444 students
| Measure | Johnson Elementary School Jackson, Mississippi | West Side Elementary Picayune, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #413 of 427 | #257 of 427 |
| National rank | #49895 of 50,301 | #36012 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 444 | 444 |
| Enrollment | 444 | 444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 74.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 36% |
| city | Jackson | Picayune |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 7.9).
- •West Side Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 12%).
- •West Side Elementary does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 17%).
- •West Side Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 100%).
- •Johnson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 17.1).
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 Johnson Elementary School better than West Side Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Side Elementary ranks higher (33.9 vs 7.9 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 Johnson Elementary School and West Side Elementary?
About 207 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Picayune in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Johnson Elementary School: 444. West Side Elementary: 444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Johnson Elementary School and West Side Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Johnson Elementary School is 413th of 427 and West Side Elementary is 257th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).