North Fairview vs Paul B Cooper Elem
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kansas, United States, 223 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
Paul B Cooper Elem
Wichita · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
278 students
| Measure | North Fairview Topeka, Kansas | Paul B Cooper Elem Wichita, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #138 of 686 | #558 of 686 |
| National rank | #14546 of 50,301 | #39353 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 278 | 278 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 278 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 32% |
| city | Topeka | Wichita |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Fairview scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.4 vs 28.8).
- •North Fairview does better on math proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •North Fairview does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •North Fairview does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 83.5%).
- •Paul B Cooper Elem does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.2).
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 Paul B Cooper Elem?
On the Success Index (US), North Fairview ranks higher (65.4 vs 28.8 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 North Fairview and Paul B Cooper Elem?
About 223 km in a straight line, between Topeka and Wichita in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Fairview: 278. Paul B Cooper Elem: 278. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Fairview and Paul B Cooper Elem rank in Kansas?
North Fairview is 138th of 686 and Paul B Cooper Elem is 558th of 686 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).