Central Elem. vs Lewis Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 59 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem.
Weston · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
354 students
Lewis Elementary
Excelsior Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
| Measure | Central Elem. Weston, Missouri | Lewis Elementary Excelsior Springs, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #198 of 1,159 | #788 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #9987 of 50,301 | #30885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 354 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 354 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.1% | 62.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 36% |
| city | Weston | Excelsior Springs |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 41.6).
- •Central Elem. does better on math proficiency (50% vs 36%).
- •Central Elem. does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Central Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.1% vs 62.1%).
- •Central Elem. does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 13.1).
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 Lewis Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem. ranks higher (71.9 vs 41.6 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 Lewis Elementary?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Weston and Excelsior Springs in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem.: 354. Lewis Elementary: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem. and Lewis Elementary rank in Missouri?
Central Elem. is 198th of 1,159 and Lewis Elementary is 788th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).