Nelson Elem vs Wheatland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 24 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
Wheatland Elementary
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades K–5
443 students
| Measure | Nelson Elem Haysville, Kansas | Wheatland Elementary Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #508 of 686 | #11 of 686 |
| National rank | #35526 of 50,301 | #2039 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 442 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 442 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.2% | 10.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 82% |
| city | Haysville | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wheatland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.0 vs 34.6).
- •Wheatland Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 38%).
- •Wheatland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 34%).
- •Wheatland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.8% vs 67.2%).
- •Nelson Elem does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 15.8).
- •Wheatland Elementary is the larger school with 443 students compared with 442.
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 Wheatland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wheatland Elementary ranks higher (86.0 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 Wheatland Elementary?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Haysville and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elem: 442. Wheatland Elementary: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elem and Wheatland Elementary rank in Kansas?
Nelson Elem is 508th of 686 and Wheatland Elementary is 11th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).