Central Elementary vs Parry McCluer High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 9.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
466 students
Parry McCluer High
Buena Vista · Public high · Grades 8–12
315 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Lexington, Virginia | Parry McCluer High Buena Vista, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #494 of 1,142 | #266 of 317 |
| National rank | #8762 of 50,301 | #4909 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 8–12 |
| Students | 466 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 79% |
| city | Lexington | Buena Vista |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.7 vs 63.5).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 72%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.8% vs 92.1%).
- •Parry McCluer High does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 12.9).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 466 students compared with 315.
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 Parry McCluer High?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (73.7 vs 63.5 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 Parry McCluer High?
About 9.6 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Buena Vista in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 466. Parry McCluer High: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Parry McCluer High rank in Virginia?
Central Elementary is 494th of 1,142 and Parry McCluer High is 266th of 317 among elementary schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).