Central Elementary School vs McNinch Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary School
Moundsville · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
260 students
McNinch Primary School
Moundsville · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
357 students
| Measure | Central Elementary School Moundsville, West Virginia | McNinch Primary School Moundsville, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #219 of 390 | #17 of 390 |
| National rank | #25681 of 50,301 | #6202 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 260 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 260 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.0 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 36% | – |
| city | Moundsville | Moundsville |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNinch Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.9 vs 49.2).
- •Central Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 12.3).
- •McNinch Primary School is the larger school with 357 students compared with 260.
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 McNinch Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), McNinch Primary School ranks higher (77.9 vs 49.2 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 McNinch Primary School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Moundsville and Moundsville in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary School: 260. McNinch Primary School: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary School and McNinch Primary School rank in West Virginia?
Central Elementary School is 219th of 390 and McNinch Primary School is 17th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).