Alvin J H vs Bob and Betty Nelson El
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alvin J H
Alvin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
716 students
Bob and Betty Nelson El
Alvin · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
655 students
| Measure | Alvin J H Alvin, Texas | Bob and Betty Nelson El Alvin, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #968 of 1,684 | #1969 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9113 of 15,369 | #26412 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 716 | 655 |
| Enrollment | 716 | 655 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.3% | 60% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Alvin | Alvin |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bob and Betty Nelson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 43.2).
- •Bob and Betty Nelson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60% vs 69.3%).
- •Alvin J H does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.2).
- •Alvin J H is the larger school with 716 students compared with 655.
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 Alvin J H better than Bob and Betty Nelson El?
On the Success Index (US), Bob and Betty Nelson El ranks higher (48.1 vs 43.2 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 Alvin J H and Bob and Betty Nelson El?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Alvin and Alvin in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alvin J H: 716. Bob and Betty Nelson El: 655. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alvin J H and Bob and Betty Nelson El rank in Texas?
Alvin J H is 968th of 1,684 and Bob and Betty Nelson El is 1969th of 4,686 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).