Alcott Elementary vs Nathan Hale High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott Elementary
Milwaukee · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
264 students
Nathan Hale High
West Allis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,134 students
| Measure | Alcott Elementary Milwaukee, Wisconsin | Nathan Hale High West Allis, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #971 of 1,069 | #401 of 446 |
| National rank | #44255 of 50,301 | #14349 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 264 | 1,134 |
| Enrollment | 264 | 1,134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.2% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 15% |
| city | Milwaukee | West Allis |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nathan Hale High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 20.9).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on math proficiency (17% vs 15%).
- •Nathan Hale High does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Nathan Hale High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 74.2%).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 16.2).
- •Nathan Hale High is the larger school with 1,134 students compared with 264.
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 Alcott Elementary better than Nathan Hale High?
On the Success Index (US), Nathan Hale High ranks higher (25.2 vs 20.9 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 Alcott Elementary and Nathan Hale High?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Milwaukee and West Allis in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elementary: 264. Nathan Hale High: 1,134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elementary and Nathan Hale High rank in Wisconsin?
Alcott Elementary is 971st of 1,069 and Nathan Hale High is 401st of 446 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).