Harp Elementary School vs Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 155 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harp Elementary School
Springdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
559 students
Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary
Mountain Home · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
559 students
| Measure | Harp Elementary School Springdale, Arkansas | Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary Mountain Home, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 511 | #216 of 511 |
| National rank | #26959 of 50,301 | #26178 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 559 | 559 |
| Enrollment | 559 | 559 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.5% | 48.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 63% | – |
| city | Springdale | Mountain Home |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.5 vs 47.3).
- •Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.5% vs 78.5%).
- •Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 18.0).
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 Harp Elementary School better than Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary ranks higher (48.5 vs 47.3 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 Harp Elementary School and Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary?
About 155 km in a straight line, between Springdale and Mountain Home in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harp Elementary School: 559. Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary: 559. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harp Elementary School and Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary rank in Arkansas?
Harp Elementary School is 235th of 511 and Nelson Wilks Herron Elementary is 216th of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).