Manhattan Intermediate School vs Nelson Prairie School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Illinois, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manhattan Intermediate School
Manhattan · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
417 students
Nelson Prairie School
New Lenox · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
388 students
| Measure | Manhattan Intermediate School Manhattan, Illinois | Nelson Prairie School New Lenox, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #196 of 2,303 | #353 of 2,303 |
| National rank | #8155 of 50,301 | #13304 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 1–3 |
| Students | 417 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.6% | 13.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 67% |
| city | Manhattan | New Lenox |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manhattan Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.7 vs 67.2).
- •Nelson Prairie School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.7% vs 14.6%).
- •Manhattan Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 18.5).
- •Manhattan Intermediate School is the larger school with 417 students compared with 388.
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 Manhattan Intermediate School better than Nelson Prairie School?
On the Success Index (US), Manhattan Intermediate School ranks higher (74.7 vs 67.2 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 Manhattan Intermediate School and Nelson Prairie School?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Manhattan and New Lenox in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manhattan Intermediate School: 417. Nelson Prairie School: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manhattan Intermediate School and Nelson Prairie School rank in Illinois?
Manhattan Intermediate School is 196th of 2,303 and Nelson Prairie School is 353rd of 2,303 among elementary schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).