Parkview Elementary vs Poplar Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkview Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–5
364 students
Poplar Springs Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–5
405 students
| Measure | Parkview Elementary Meridian, Mississippi | Poplar Springs Elementary Meridian, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #361 of 427 | #187 of 427 |
| National rank | #46615 of 50,301 | #30113 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 364 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 364 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 57% |
| city | Meridian | Meridian |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poplar Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 17.0).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 22%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 15.0).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary is the larger school with 405 students compared with 364.
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 Parkview Elementary better than Poplar Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Poplar Springs Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 17.0 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 Parkview Elementary and Poplar Springs Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Meridian and Meridian in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkview Elementary: 364. Poplar Springs Elementary: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkview Elementary and Poplar Springs Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Parkview Elementary is 361st of 427 and Poplar Springs Elementary is 187th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).