Anderson Elem vs Wells Alternative Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 970 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
477 students
Wells Alternative Middle School
Wichita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
36 students
| Measure | Anderson Elem Wichita, Kansas | Wells Alternative Middle School Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #674 of 686 | – |
| National rank | #48666 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 477 | 36 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 36 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 3.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 13% | 5% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 5% |
| city | Wichita | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.5 vs 12.6).
- •Anderson Elem does better on math proficiency (6% vs 5%).
- •Anderson Elem does better on reading proficiency (13% vs 5%).
- •Wells Alternative Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.7% vs 93.3%).
- •Wells Alternative Middle School does better on students per teacher (3.6 vs 14.5).
- •Anderson Elem is the larger school with 477 students compared with 36.
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 Anderson Elem better than Wells Alternative Middle 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 Anderson Elem and Wells Alternative Middle School?
About 970 m in a straight line, between Wichita and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson Elem: 477. Wells Alternative Middle School: 36. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson Elem and Wells Alternative Middle School rank in Kansas?
Anderson Elem is 674th of 686 and Wells Alternative Middle School is unranked among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).