Medora Elementary vs Nichols Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Medora Elementary
Louisville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
460 students
Nichols Elementary
West Point · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
105 students
| Measure | Medora Elementary Louisville, Kentucky | Nichols Elementary West Point, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #404 of 707 | #270 of 707 |
| National rank | #25178 of 50,301 | #19733 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 460 | 105 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 105 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.5% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| city | Louisville | West Point |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nichols Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.8 vs 50.0).
- •Nichols Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Nichols Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •Medora Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 66.7%).
- •Nichols Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 15.9).
- •Medora Elementary is the larger school with 460 students compared with 105.
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 Medora Elementary better than Nichols Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nichols Elementary ranks higher (57.8 vs 50.0 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 Medora Elementary and Nichols Elementary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Louisville and West Point in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Medora Elementary: 460. Nichols Elementary: 105. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Medora Elementary and Nichols Elementary rank in Kentucky?
Medora Elementary is 404th of 707 and Nichols Elementary is 270th of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).