Jack Daley Primary School vs Lafe Nelson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Daley Primary School
Thatcher · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
418 students
Lafe Nelson School
Safford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
471 students
| Measure | Jack Daley Primary School Thatcher, Arizona | Lafe Nelson School Safford, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #803 of 1,136 | #522 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #41643 of 50,301 | #30099 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 418 | 471 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 471 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 45% |
| Math proficiency | – | 53% |
| city | Thatcher | Safford |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lafe Nelson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 25.1).
- •Jack Daley Primary School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 22.4).
- •Lafe Nelson School is the larger school with 471 students compared with 418.
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 Jack Daley Primary School better than Lafe Nelson School?
On the Success Index (US), Lafe Nelson School ranks higher (42.8 vs 25.1 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 Jack Daley Primary School and Lafe Nelson School?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Thatcher and Safford in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Daley Primary School: 418. Lafe Nelson School: 471. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Daley Primary School and Lafe Nelson School rank in Arizona?
Jack Daley Primary School is 803rd of 1,136 and Lafe Nelson School is 522nd of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).