Ellis El vs Nichols J H
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis El
Arlington · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
753 students
Nichols J H
Arlington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
586 students
| Measure | Ellis El Arlington, Texas | Nichols J H Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4188 of 4,686 | #1225 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #42348 of 50,301 | #10609 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 753 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 753 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.2% | 84.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 32% |
| city | Arlington | Arlington |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nichols J H scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 23.9).
- •Nichols J H does better on math proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Nichols J H does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 31%).
- •Nichols J H does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.8% vs 86.2%).
- •Nichols J H does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.4).
- •Ellis El is the larger school with 753 students compared with 586.
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 Ellis El better than Nichols J H?
On the Success Index (US), Nichols J H ranks higher (36.2 vs 23.9 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 Ellis El and Nichols J H?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Arlington and Arlington in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellis El: 753. Nichols J H: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellis El and Nichols J H rank in Texas?
Ellis El is 4188th of 4,686 and Nichols J H is 1225th of 1,684 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).