Nelson Elem vs Rex Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Elem
Haysville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
442 students
Rex Elem
Haysville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
386 students
| Measure | Nelson Elem Haysville, Kansas | Rex Elem Haysville, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #508 of 686 | #498 of 686 |
| National rank | #35526 of 50,301 | #34710 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 442 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.2% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 30% |
| city | Haysville | Haysville |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rex Elem scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 34.6).
- •Nelson Elem does better on math proficiency (38% vs 30%).
- •Rex Elem does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Rex Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 67.2%).
- •Rex Elem does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 15.2).
- •Nelson Elem is the larger school with 442 students compared with 386.
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 Nelson Elem better than Rex Elem?
On the Success Index (US), Rex Elem ranks higher (35.9 vs 34.6 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 Nelson Elem and Rex Elem?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Haysville and Haysville in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elem: 442. Rex Elem: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elem and Rex Elem rank in Kansas?
Nelson Elem is 508th of 686 and Rex Elem is 498th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).