Lizana Elementary vs West Harrison Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Mississippi, United States, 8.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lizana Elementary
Gulfport · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
West Harrison Middle
Gulfport · Public middle · Grades 7–8
650 students
| Measure | Lizana Elementary Gulfport, Mississippi | West Harrison Middle Gulfport, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #59 of 427 | #86 of 181 |
| National rank | #16661 of 50,301 | #10284 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 393 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 72.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | – |
| Math proficiency | 72% | – |
| city | Gulfport | Gulfport |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lizana Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 38.0).
- •West Harrison Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 74.3%).
- •West Harrison Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 16.4).
- •West Harrison Middle is the larger school with 650 students compared with 393.
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 Lizana Elementary better than West Harrison Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lizana Elementary ranks higher (62.2 vs 38.0 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 Lizana Elementary and West Harrison Middle?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Gulfport and Gulfport in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lizana Elementary: 393. West Harrison Middle: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lizana Elementary and West Harrison Middle rank in Mississippi?
Lizana Elementary is 59th of 427 and West Harrison Middle is 86th of 181 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).