North Fairview vs Northern Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 5.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Fairview
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
278 students
Northern Hills Elementary
Topeka · Public elementary · Grades K–6
408 students
| Measure | North Fairview Topeka, Kansas | Northern Hills Elementary Topeka, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 686 | #314 of 686 |
| National rank | #14546 of 50,301 | #25764 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 278 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 44.6% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 39% |
| city | Topeka | Topeka |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Fairview scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 49.1).
- •North Fairview does better on math proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •North Fairview does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •North Fairview does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 44.6%).
- •North Fairview does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.6).
- •Northern Hills Elementary is the larger school with 408 students compared with 278.
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 North Fairview better than Northern Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Fairview ranks higher (65.4 vs 49.1 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 North Fairview and Northern Hills Elementary?
About 5.5 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Topeka in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Fairview: 278. Northern Hills Elementary: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Fairview and Northern Hills Elementary rank in Kansas?
North Fairview is 138th of 686 and Northern Hills Elementary is 314th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).