Karen Western Elementary Sch vs Ralston Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nebraska, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Karen Western Elementary Sch
Omaha · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
214 students
Ralston Middle School
Ralston · Public middle · Grades 7–8
488 students
| Measure | Karen Western Elementary Sch Omaha, Nebraska | Ralston Middle School Ralston, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #450 of 511 | #97 of 123 |
| National rank | #35717 of 50,301 | #8944 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 214 | 488 |
| Enrollment | 214 | 488 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Omaha | Ralston |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ralston Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.0 vs 34.3).
- •Karen Western Elementary Sch does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Ralston Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 27%).
- •Karen Western Elementary Sch does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.2).
- •Ralston Middle School is the larger school with 488 students compared with 214.
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 Karen Western Elementary Sch better than Ralston Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ralston Middle School ranks higher (44.0 vs 34.3 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 Karen Western Elementary Sch and Ralston Middle School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Omaha and Ralston in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Karen Western Elementary Sch: 214. Ralston Middle School: 488. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Karen Western Elementary Sch and Ralston Middle School rank in Nebraska?
Karen Western Elementary Sch is 450th of 511 and Ralston Middle School is 97th of 123 among elementary schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).