Rowan Elementary vs Thames Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rowan Elementary
Hattiesburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
425 students
Thames Elementary
Hattiesburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
619 students
| Measure | Rowan Elementary Hattiesburg, Mississippi | Thames Elementary Hattiesburg, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #308 of 427 | #302 of 427 |
| National rank | #42589 of 50,301 | #42201 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 425 | 619 |
| Enrollment | 425 | 619 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 29% |
| city | Hattiesburg | Hattiesburg |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.6 vs 24.2).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 29%).
- •Thames Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (99.5% vs 100%).
- •Thames Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.0).
- •Thames Elementary is the larger school with 619 students compared with 425.
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 Rowan Elementary better than Thames Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Rowan Elementary and Thames Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Hattiesburg and Hattiesburg in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rowan Elementary: 425. Thames Elementary: 619. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rowan Elementary and Thames Elementary rank in Mississippi?
Rowan Elementary is 308th of 427 and Thames Elementary is 302nd of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).