Central Elementary vs Griffith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Ferguson · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
250 students
Griffith Elementary
Ferguson · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
292 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferguson, Missouri | Griffith Elementary Ferguson, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 5 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1036 of 1,159 | #1159 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #44771 of 50,301 | #50195 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 250 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Ferguson | Ferguson |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 5.0).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Griffith Elementary does better on reading proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 100%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 19.5).
- •Griffith Elementary is the larger school with 292 students compared with 250.
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 Elementary better than Griffith Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (20.1 vs 5.0 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 Elementary and Griffith Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Ferguson and Ferguson in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 250. Griffith Elementary: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Griffith Elementary rank in Missouri?
Central Elementary is 1036th of 1,159 and Griffith Elementary is 1159th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).