Kell High School vs Nicholson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Georgia, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kell High School
Marietta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,587 students
Nicholson Elementary School
Marietta · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
| Measure | Kell High School Marietta, Georgia | Nicholson Elementary School Marietta, Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 431 | #271 of 1,308 |
| National rank | #6584 of 16,910 | #15344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,587 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 1,587 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.2% | 44.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 52% |
| city | Marietta | Marietta |
| state | Georgia | Georgia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.2 vs 56.9).
- •Nicholson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Kell High School does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 52%).
- •Kell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.2% vs 44.6%).
- •Nicholson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 17.3).
- •Kell High School is the larger school with 1,587 students compared with 413.
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 Kell High School better than Nicholson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Nicholson Elementary School ranks higher (64.2 vs 56.9 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 Kell High School and Nicholson Elementary School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Marietta and Marietta in Georgia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kell High School: 1,587. Nicholson Elementary School: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kell High School and Nicholson Elementary School rank in Georgia?
Kell High School is 81st of 431 and Nicholson Elementary School is 271st of 1,308 among high schools in Georgia on the 2025 Success Index (US).