Central Elem. vs T. S. Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 308 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Dexter ยท Public elementary ยท Grades 3โ5
447 students
T. S. Hill Middle
Dexter ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
475 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Dexter, Missouri | T. S. Hill Middle Dexter, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #522 of 1,159 | #281 of 392 |
| National rank | #21227 of 50,301 | #10080 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3โ5 | Grades 6โ8 |
| Students | 447 | 475 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 475 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53% | 48.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 26% |
| city | Dexter | Dexter |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขCentral Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 38.9).
- โขCentral Elem. does better on math proficiency (45% vs 26%).
- โขCentral Elem. does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 41%).
- โขT. S. Hill Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.6% vs 53%).
- โขCentral Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.8).
- โขT. S. Hill Middle is the larger school with 475 students compared with 447.
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 T. S. Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem. ranks higher (55.6 vs 38.9 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 T. S. Hill Middle?
About 308 m in a straight line, between Dexter and Dexter in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 447. T. S. Hill Middle: 475. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and T. S. Hill Middle rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 522nd of 1,159 and T. S. Hill Middle is 281st of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).