John W Jones Elementary vs Wells Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 6.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John W Jones Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
601 students
Wells Elementary
Wilson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
383 students
| Measure | John W Jones Elementary Wilson, North Carolina | Wells Elementary Wilson, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1287 of 1,457 | #1075 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #47309 of 50,301 | #43619 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 601 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 33% |
| city | Wilson | Wilson |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wells Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 15.7).
- •Wells Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Wells Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Wells Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 99.5%).
- •John W Jones Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.4).
- •John W Jones Elementary is the larger school with 601 students compared with 383.
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 John W Jones Elementary better than Wells Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wells Elementary ranks higher (22.0 vs 15.7 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 John W Jones Elementary and Wells Elementary?
About 6.2 km in a straight line, between Wilson and Wilson in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John W Jones Elementary: 601. Wells Elementary: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John W Jones Elementary and Wells Elementary rank in North Carolina?
John W Jones Elementary is 1287th of 1,457 and Wells Elementary is 1075th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).