Clarkson Elementary School vs Nicholas County Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clarkson Elementary School
Clarkson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
642 students
Nicholas County Elementary School
Carlisle · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
645 students
| Measure | Clarkson Elementary School Clarkson, Kentucky | Nicholas County Elementary School Carlisle, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #363 of 707 | #501 of 707 |
| National rank | #23749 of 50,301 | #29341 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 642 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 642 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.6% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.4 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 46% |
| city | Clarkson | Carlisle |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clarkson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.0 vs 43.9).
- •Clarkson Elementary School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •Clarkson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Clarkson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.6% vs 66.2%).
- •Clarkson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 17.9).
- •Nicholas County Elementary School is the larger school with 645 students compared with 642.
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 Clarkson Elementary School better than Nicholas County Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Clarkson Elementary School ranks higher (52.0 vs 43.9 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 Clarkson Elementary School and Nicholas County Elementary School?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Clarkson and Carlisle in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clarkson Elementary School: 642. Nicholas County Elementary School: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clarkson Elementary School and Nicholas County Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Clarkson Elementary School is 363rd of 707 and Nicholas County Elementary School is 501st of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).