McLaurin Elementary vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McLaurin Elementary
Natchez · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
642 students
West Elementary School
Natchez · Public elementary · Grades PK–1
376 students
| Measure | McLaurin Elementary Natchez, Mississippi | West Elementary School Natchez, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #280 of 427 | #357 of 427 |
| National rank | #39273 of 50,301 | #46253 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 2–4 | Grades PK–1 |
| Students | 642 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 99.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 22% |
| city | Natchez | Natchez |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McLaurin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 17.7).
- •McLaurin Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •McLaurin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •West Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.7% vs 100%).
- •West Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.3).
- •McLaurin Elementary is the larger school with 642 students compared with 376.
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 McLaurin Elementary better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McLaurin Elementary ranks higher (28.9 vs 17.7 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 McLaurin Elementary and West Elementary School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Natchez and Natchez in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McLaurin Elementary: 642. West Elementary School: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McLaurin Elementary and West Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
McLaurin Elementary is 280th of 427 and West Elementary School is 357th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).