Nettleton STEAM Intermediate vs Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Arkansas, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nettleton STEAM Intermediate
Jonesboro · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
313 students
Visual & Performing Arts Magnet
Jonesboro · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
731 students
| Measure | Nettleton STEAM Intermediate Jonesboro, Arkansas | Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Jonesboro, Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #178 of 511 | #361 of 511 |
| National rank | #23490 of 50,301 | #36149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 313 | 731 |
| Enrollment | 313 | 731 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.4% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 55% |
| city | Jonesboro | Jonesboro |
| state | Arkansas | Arkansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nettleton STEAM Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.4 vs 33.7).
- •Visual & Performing Arts Magnet does better on math proficiency (55% vs 54%).
- •Nettleton STEAM Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •Nettleton STEAM Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 100%).
- •Nettleton STEAM Intermediate does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 18.3).
- •Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is the larger school with 731 students compared with 313.
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 Intermediate better than Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
On the Success Index (US), Nettleton STEAM Intermediate ranks higher (52.4 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 Intermediate and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Jonesboro and Jonesboro in Arkansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nettleton STEAM Intermediate: 313. Visual & Performing Arts Magnet: 731. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nettleton STEAM Intermediate and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet rank in Arkansas?
Nettleton STEAM Intermediate is 178th of 511 and Visual & Performing Arts Magnet is 361st of 511 among elementary schools in Arkansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).