Lux Middle School vs Maxey Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Nebraska, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lux Middle School
Lincoln · Public middle · Grades 6–8
803 students
Maxey Elementary School
Lincoln · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
674 students
| Measure | Lux Middle School Lincoln, Nebraska | Maxey Elementary School Lincoln, Nebraska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #10 of 123 | #59 of 511 |
| National rank | #1217 of 15,369 | #4214 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 803 | 674 |
| Enrollment | 803 | 674 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.7% | 20.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 15.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 73% |
| city | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| state | Nebraska | Nebraska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.7 vs 81.4).
- •Lux Middle School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •Maxey Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 72%).
- •Lux Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.7% vs 20.5%).
- •Maxey Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.3 vs 16.4).
- •Lux Middle School is the larger school with 803 students compared with 674.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lux Middle School better than Maxey Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lux Middle School and Maxey Elementary School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in Nebraska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lux Middle School: 803. Maxey Elementary School: 674. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lux Middle School and Maxey Elementary School rank in Nebraska?
Lux Middle School is 10th of 123 and Maxey Elementary School is 59th of 511 among middle schools in Nebraska on the 2025 Success Index (US).