Central Elem. vs Southwest Elementary Preschool
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 712 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Dexter · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
447 students
Southwest Elementary Preschool
Dexter · Public other · Grades PK–PK
92 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Dexter, Missouri | Southwest Elementary Preschool Dexter, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #522 of 1,159 | – |
| National rank | #21227 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 447 | 92 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 92 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | – |
| Math proficiency | 45% | – |
| city | Dexter | Dexter |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53% vs 60.9%).
- •Central Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 15.3).
- •Central Elem. is the larger school with 447 students compared with 92.
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 Southwest Elementary Preschool?
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 Central Elem. and Southwest Elementary Preschool?
About 712 m in a straight line, between Dexter and Dexter in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 447. Southwest Elementary Preschool: 92. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and Southwest Elementary Preschool rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 522nd of 1,159 and Southwest Elementary Preschool is unranked among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).