Elkins Middle School vs McNair Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arkansas, United States, 13 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkins Middle School
Elkins · Public middle · Grades 6–8
394 students
McNair Middle School
Fayetteville · Public middle · Grades 5–6
670 students
| Measure | Elkins Middle School Elkins, Arkansas | McNair Middle School Fayetteville, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #105 of 211 | #4 of 211 |
| National rank | #7359 of 15,369 | #1311 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 394 | 670 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 670 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 21.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 79% |
| city | Elkins | Fayetteville |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNair Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 51.3).
- •McNair Middle School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 49%).
- •McNair Middle School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 43%).
- •McNair Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.5% vs 48.2%).
- •Elkins Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 19.1).
- •McNair Middle School is the larger school with 670 students compared with 394.
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 Elkins Middle School better than McNair Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), McNair Middle School ranks higher (81.1 vs 51.3 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 Elkins Middle School and McNair Middle School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Elkins and Fayetteville in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkins Middle School: 394. McNair Middle School: 670. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkins Middle School and McNair Middle School rank in Arkansas?
Elkins Middle School is 105th of 211 and McNair Middle School is 4th of 211 among middle schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).