Richland Upper Elementary vs South Hancock Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 226 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Richland Upper Elementary
Richland · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
480 students
South Hancock Elementary School
Bay St. Louis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
480 students
| Measure | Richland Upper Elementary Richland, Mississippi | South Hancock Elementary School Bay St. Louis, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #166 of 427 | #186 of 427 |
| National rank | #28200 of 50,301 | #29918 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 480 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 480 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.9% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 41% |
| city | Richland | Bay St. Louis |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richland Upper Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.6 vs 43.1).
- •Richland Upper Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 41%).
- •South Hancock Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •South Hancock Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.8% vs 77.9%).
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 Richland Upper Elementary better than South Hancock Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Richland Upper Elementary ranks higher (45.6 vs 43.1 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 Richland Upper Elementary and South Hancock Elementary School?
About 226 km in a straight line, between Richland and Bay St. Louis in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Richland Upper Elementary: 480. South Hancock Elementary School: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Richland Upper Elementary and South Hancock Elementary School rank in Mississippi?
Richland Upper Elementary is 166th of 427 and South Hancock Elementary School is 186th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).