Powers Elementary School vs Walter G. Nord Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Powers Elementary School
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades PK–3
1,104 students
Walter G. Nord Middle School
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
556 students
| Measure | Powers Elementary School Amherst, Ohio | Walter G. Nord Middle School Amherst, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1154 of 1,713 | #388 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #22449 of 50,301 | #5885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–3 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 1,104 | 556 |
| Enrollment | 1,104 | 556 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.5% | 35.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 80% |
| Math proficiency | – | 86% |
| city | Amherst | Amherst |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walter G. Nord Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 53.9).
- •Powers Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.5% vs 35.4%).
- •Walter G. Nord Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.4).
- •Powers Elementary School is the larger school with 1,104 students compared with 556.
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 Powers Elementary School better than Walter G. Nord Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Walter G. Nord Middle School ranks higher (78.5 vs 53.9 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 Powers Elementary School and Walter G. Nord Middle School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Amherst in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Powers Elementary School: 1,104. Walter G. Nord Middle School: 556. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Powers Elementary School and Walter G. Nord Middle School rank in Ohio?
Powers Elementary School is 1154th of 1,713 and Walter G. Nord Middle School is 388th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).