Ladd Elementary vs Weller Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Alaska, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladd Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
383 students
Weller Elementary
Fairbanks · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
| Measure | Ladd Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska | Weller Elementary Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #81 of 159 | #54 of 159 |
| National rank | #24137 of 50,301 | #17394 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 383 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 31.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 58% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Weller Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 51.5).
- •Weller Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 45%).
- •Weller Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 51%).
- •Weller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.7% vs 34.2%).
- •Ladd Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 19.7).
- •Weller Elementary is the larger school with 413 students compared with 383.
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 Ladd Elementary better than Weller Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Weller Elementary ranks higher (61.2 vs 51.5 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 Ladd Elementary and Weller Elementary?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladd Elementary: 383. Weller Elementary: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladd Elementary and Weller Elementary rank in Alaska?
Ladd Elementary is 81st of 159 and Weller Elementary is 54th of 159 among elementary schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).