Hardin-Central Elem. vs Pettis Co. Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Missouri, United States, 73 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardin-Central Elem.
Hardin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
110 students
Pettis Co. Elem.
Sedalia · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
110 students
| Measure | Hardin-Central Elem. Hardin, Missouri | Pettis Co. Elem. Sedalia, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #571 of 1,159 | #848 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #22563 of 50,301 | #33995 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 110 | 110 |
| Enrollment | 110 | 110 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 6.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Hardin | Sedalia |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hardin-Central Elem. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.7 vs 37.0).
- •Hardin-Central Elem. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.9% vs 100%).
- •Pettis Co. Elem. does better on students per teacher (6.9 vs 10.0).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Hardin-Central Elem. better than Pettis Co. Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Hardin-Central Elem. ranks higher (53.7 vs 37.0 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 Hardin-Central Elem. and Pettis Co. Elem.?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Hardin and Sedalia in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hardin-Central Elem.: 110. Pettis Co. Elem.: 110. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hardin-Central Elem. and Pettis Co. Elem. rank in Missouri?
Hardin-Central Elem. is 571st of 1,159 and Pettis Co. Elem. is 848th of 1,159 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).