Haines Elementary vs McNeil Canyon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 892 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Haines Elementary
Haines · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
153 students
McNeil Canyon Elementary
Homer · Public elementary · Grades K–6
144 students
| Measure | Haines Elementary Haines, Alaska | McNeil Canyon Elementary Homer, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #67 of 159 | #30 of 159 |
| National rank | #20395 of 50,301 | #13022 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 153 | 144 |
| Enrollment | 153 | 144 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.6% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| city | Haines | Homer |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McNeil Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.6 vs 56.8).
- •McNeil Canyon Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •McNeil Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •McNeil Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 55.6%).
- •Haines Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 14.4).
- •Haines Elementary is the larger school with 153 students compared with 144.
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 Haines Elementary better than McNeil Canyon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McNeil Canyon Elementary ranks higher (67.6 vs 56.8 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 Haines Elementary and McNeil Canyon Elementary?
About 892 km in a straight line, between Haines and Homer in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Haines Elementary: 153. McNeil Canyon Elementary: 144. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Haines Elementary and McNeil Canyon Elementary rank in Alaska?
Haines Elementary is 67th of 159 and McNeil Canyon Elementary is 30th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).