Central Elem. vs Parkview Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 355 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Dexter · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
447 students
Parkview Elem.
Sedalia · Public elementary · Grades K–4
447 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Dexter, Missouri | Parkview Elem. Sedalia, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #522 of 1,159 | #165 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #21227 of 50,301 | #8731 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 447 | 447 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 447 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 66% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 72% |
| city | Dexter | Sedalia |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkview Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.8 vs 55.6).
- •Parkview Elem. does better on math proficiency (72% vs 45%).
- •Parkview Elem. does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Central Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53% vs 66%).
- •Central Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 12.4).
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 Central Elem. better than Parkview Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Parkview Elem. ranks higher (73.8 vs 55.6 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 Central Elem. and Parkview Elem.?
About 355 km in a straight line, between Dexter and Sedalia in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 447. Parkview Elem.: 447. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and Parkview Elem. rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 522nd of 1,159 and Parkview Elem. is 165th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).