Arnold J Tyler School vs Nelson Prairie School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold J Tyler School
New Lenox · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
372 students
Nelson Prairie School
New Lenox · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
388 students
| Measure | Arnold J Tyler School New Lenox, Illinois | Nelson Prairie School New Lenox, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 2,303 | #353 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #13468 of 50,301 | #13304 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 372 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 372 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.1% | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| city | New Lenox | New Lenox |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (66.9 vs 67.2).
- •Nelson Prairie School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Arnold J Tyler School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Nelson Prairie School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 15.1%).
- •Arnold J Tyler School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.5).
- •Nelson Prairie School is the larger school with 388 students compared with 372.
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 Arnold J Tyler School better than Nelson Prairie School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arnold J Tyler School and Nelson Prairie School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between New Lenox and New Lenox in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold J Tyler School: 372. Nelson Prairie School: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold J Tyler School and Nelson Prairie School rank in Illinois?
Arnold J Tyler School is 360th of 2,303 and Nelson Prairie School is 353rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).