Nettleton STEAM Elementary vs Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nettleton STEAM Elementary
Jonesboro · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
206 students
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Jonesboro · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
731 students
| Measure | Nettleton STEAM Elementary Jonesboro, Arkansas | Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Jonesboro, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #251 of 511 | #361 of 511 |
| National rank | #27703 of 50,301 | #36149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 206 | 731 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 731 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 55% |
| city | Jonesboro | Jonesboro |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nettleton STEAM Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.3 vs 33.7).
- •Nettleton STEAM Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.5% vs 100%).
- •Nettleton STEAM Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 18.3).
- •Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is the larger school with 731 students compared with 206.
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 Nettleton STEAM Elementary better than Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Nettleton STEAM Elementary ranks higher (46.3 vs 33.7 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 Nettleton STEAM Elementary and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Jonesboro and Jonesboro in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nettleton STEAM Elementary: 206. Visual & Performing Arts Magnet: 731. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nettleton STEAM Elementary and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet rank in Arkansas?
Nettleton STEAM Elementary is 251st of 511 and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is 361st of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).