Gemini Middle School vs V H Nelson Elem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gemini Middle School
Niles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,111 students
V H Nelson Elem School
Niles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
479 students
| Measure | Gemini Middle School Niles, Illinois | V H Nelson Elem School Niles, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #338 of 670 | #1101 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #9081 of 15,369 | #31971 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,111 | 479 |
| Enrollment | 1,111 | 479 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 63.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 35% |
| city | Niles | Niles |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gemini Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 40.0).
- •V H Nelson Elem School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 33%).
- •Gemini Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 36%).
- •Gemini Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.2% vs 63.5%).
- •V H Nelson Elem School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 12.1).
- •Gemini Middle School is the larger school with 1,111 students compared with 479.
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 Gemini Middle School better than V H Nelson Elem School?
On the Success Index (US), Gemini Middle School ranks higher (43.4 vs 40.0 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 Gemini Middle School and V H Nelson Elem School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Niles and Niles in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gemini Middle School: 1,111. V H Nelson Elem School: 479. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gemini Middle School and V H Nelson Elem School rank in Illinois?
Gemini Middle School is 338th of 670 and V H Nelson Elem School is 1101st of 2,303 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).