Central Elem vs NLC Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 213 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elem
Baxter Springs · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
223 students
NLC Elementary School
Americus · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
223 students
| Measure | Central Elem Baxter Springs, Kansas | NLC Elementary School Americus, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #308 of 686 | #363 of 686 |
| National rank | #25491 of 50,301 | #28112 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–6 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 223 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 223 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 47.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 32% |
| city | Baxter Springs | Americus |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 45.7).
- •Central Elem does better on math proficiency (45% vs 32%).
- •Central Elem does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 42%).
- •NLC Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.5% vs 68.2%).
- •NLC Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 12.4).
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 Central Elem better than NLC Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elem ranks higher (49.5 vs 45.7 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 Central Elem and NLC Elementary School?
About 213 km in a straight line, between Baxter Springs and Americus in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elem: 223. NLC Elementary School: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elem and NLC Elementary School rank in Kansas?
Central Elem is 308th of 686 and NLC Elementary School is 363rd of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).