Central Elementary School vs Western Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades 1–4
335 students
Western Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades K–2
308 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Lexington, Ohio | Western Elementary School Lexington, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #406 of 1,713 | #255 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #6129 of 50,301 | #4029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–4 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 335 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 335 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40% | 32.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 78.0).
- •Western Elementary School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Central Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Western Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.1% vs 40%).
- •Western Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 19.7).
- •Central Elementary School is the larger school with 335 students compared with 308.
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 School better than Western Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Western Elementary School ranks higher (81.8 vs 78.0 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 School and Western Elementary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 335. Western Elementary School: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and Western Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Central Elementary School is 406th of 1,713 and Western Elementary School is 255th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).