Lafe Nelson School vs Ruth Powell Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arizona, United States, 324 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lafe Nelson School
Safford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
471 students
Ruth Powell Elementary School
Safford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
575 students
| Measure | Lafe Nelson School Safford, Arizona | Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #522 of 1,136 | #447 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #30099 of 50,301 | #25715 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 471 | 575 |
| Enrollment | 471 | 575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 56% |
| city | Safford | Safford |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruth Powell Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 42.8).
- •Ruth Powell Elementary School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 53%).
- •Ruth Powell Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 45%).
- •Ruth Powell Elementary School does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.4).
- •Ruth Powell Elementary School is the larger school with 575 students compared with 471.
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 Lafe Nelson School better than Ruth Powell Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Ruth Powell Elementary School ranks higher (49.2 vs 42.8 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 Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School?
About 324 m in a straight line, between Safford and Safford in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lafe Nelson School: 471. Ruth Powell Elementary School: 575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lafe Nelson School and Ruth Powell Elementary School rank in Arizona?
Lafe Nelson School is 522nd of 1,136 and Ruth Powell Elementary School is 447th of 1,136 among elementary schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).