Central Elementary vs New Madrid Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 247 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
New Madrid Elementary
New Madrid · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
250 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Ferguson, Missouri | New Madrid Elementary New Madrid, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1036 of 1,159 | #561 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #44771 of 50,301 | #22312 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 250 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 62% |
| city | Ferguson | New Madrid |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Madrid Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 20.1).
- •New Madrid Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 17%).
- •New Madrid Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 12%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.2% vs 100%).
- •New Madrid Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.7).
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 New Madrid Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), New Madrid Elementary ranks higher (54.1 vs 20.1 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 New Madrid Elementary?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Ferguson and New Madrid in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 250. New Madrid Elementary: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and New Madrid Elementary rank in Missouri?
Central Elementary is 1036th of 1,159 and New Madrid Elementary is 561st of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).