A.W. James Elementary vs Nettleton Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Mississippi, United States, 180 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A.W. James Elementary
Drew · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
219 students
Nettleton Primary School
Nettleton · Public elementary · Grades K–2
220 students
| Measure | A.W. James Elementary Drew, Mississippi | Nettleton Primary School Nettleton, Mississippi |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 427 | #209 of 427 |
| National rank | #39304 of 50,301 | #32136 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 219 | 220 |
| Enrollment | 219 | 220 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 83.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| city | Drew | Nettleton |
| state | Mississippi | Mississippi |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nettleton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.7 vs 28.8).
- •Nettleton Primary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Nettleton Primary School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Nettleton Primary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 100%).
- •A.W. James Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.7).
- •Nettleton Primary School is the larger school with 220 students compared with 219.
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 A.W. James Elementary better than Nettleton Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Nettleton Primary School ranks higher (39.7 vs 28.8 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 A.W. James Elementary and Nettleton Primary School?
About 180 km in a straight line, between Drew and Nettleton in Mississippi.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A.W. James Elementary: 219. Nettleton Primary School: 220. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A.W. James Elementary and Nettleton Primary School rank in Mississippi?
A.W. James Elementary is 281st of 427 and Nettleton Primary School is 209th of 427 among elementary schools in Mississippi on the 2025 Success Index (US).