Poplar Springs Elementary vs West Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poplar Springs Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–5
405 students
West Hills Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
| Measure | Poplar Springs Elementary Meridian, Mississippi | West Hills Elementary Meridian, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #187 of 427 | #386 of 427 |
| National rank | #30113 of 50,301 | #48579 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 405 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 15.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 22% |
| city | Meridian | Meridian |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poplar Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 12.8).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 22%).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 24%).
- •Poplar Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.7).
- •West Hills Elementary is the larger school with 423 students compared with 405.
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 Poplar Springs Elementary better than West Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Poplar Springs Elementary ranks higher (42.8 vs 12.8 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 Poplar Springs Elementary and West Hills Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Meridian and Meridian in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Poplar Springs Elementary: 405. West Hills Elementary: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Poplar Springs Elementary and West Hills Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Poplar Springs Elementary is 187th of 427 and West Hills Elementary is 386th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).