Adams Middle School vs McDonald Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nebraska, United States, 585 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Middle School
North Platte · Public middle · Grades 7–8
513 students
McDonald Elementary School
North Platte · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
247 students
| Measure | Adams Middle School North Platte, Nebraska | McDonald Elementary School North Platte, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #79 of 123 | #156 of 511 |
| National rank | #6669 of 15,369 | #9397 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 513 | 247 |
| Enrollment | 513 | 247 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 67% |
| city | North Platte | North Platte |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McDonald Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.8 vs 54.4).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 49%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 39%).
- •McDonald Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34% vs 47.6%).
- •Adams Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 19.0).
- •Adams Middle School is the larger school with 513 students compared with 247.
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 Adams Middle School better than McDonald Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), McDonald Elementary School ranks higher (72.8 vs 54.4 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 Adams Middle School and McDonald Elementary School?
About 585 m in a straight line, between North Platte and North Platte in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Middle School: 513. McDonald Elementary School: 247. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Middle School and McDonald Elementary School rank in Nebraska?
Adams Middle School is 79th of 123 and McDonald Elementary School is 156th of 511 among middle schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).