Neshoba Central Middle School vs West Harrison Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Mississippi, United States, 259 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Neshoba Central Middle School
Philadelphia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
645 students
West Harrison Middle
Gulfport · Public middle · Grades 7–8
650 students
| Measure | Neshoba Central Middle School Philadelphia, Mississippi | West Harrison Middle Gulfport, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #51 of 181 | #86 of 181 |
| National rank | #7503 of 15,369 | #10284 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 645 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 72.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 54% | – |
| city | Philadelphia | Gulfport |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Neshoba Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.7 vs 38.0).
- •Neshoba Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.2% vs 72.8%).
- •Neshoba Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.8).
- •West Harrison Middle is the larger school with 650 students compared with 645.
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 Neshoba Central Middle School better than West Harrison Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Neshoba Central Middle School ranks higher (50.7 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 Neshoba Central Middle School and West Harrison Middle?
About 259 km in a straight line, between Philadelphia and Gulfport in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Neshoba Central Middle School: 645. West Harrison Middle: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Neshoba Central Middle School and West Harrison Middle rank in Mississippi?
Neshoba Central Middle School is 51st of 181 and West Harrison Middle is 86th of 181 among middle schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).