McWhorter El vs Nelson El
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Texas, United States, 446 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McWhorter El
Lubbock · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
527 students
Nelson El
Denton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
527 students
| Measure | McWhorter El Lubbock, Texas | Nelson El Denton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4057 of 4,686 | #828 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #41280 of 50,301 | #13914 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 527 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.7% | 38.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 57% |
| city | Lubbock | Denton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson El scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 25.7).
- •Nelson El does better on math proficiency (57% vs 30%).
- •Nelson El does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 29%).
- •Nelson El does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.7% vs 90.7%).
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 McWhorter El better than Nelson El?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson El ranks higher (66.3 vs 25.7 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 McWhorter El and Nelson El?
About 446 km in a straight line, between Lubbock and Denton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McWhorter El: 527. Nelson El: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McWhorter El and Nelson El rank in Texas?
McWhorter El is 4057th of 4,686 and Nelson El is 828th of 4,686 among elementary schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).