Northridge Elementary vs Opportunity Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Elementary
Newton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
345 students
Opportunity Academy
Newton · Public high · Grades 6–12
53 students
| Measure | Northridge Elementary Newton, Kansas | Opportunity Academy Newton, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #603 of 686 | – |
| National rank | #43029 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 345 | 53 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 53 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 84.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Newton | Newton |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Opportunity Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 22.9).
- •Northridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 84.9%).
- •Opportunity Academy does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 19.2).
- •Northridge Elementary is the larger school with 345 students compared with 53.
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 Northridge Elementary better than Opportunity Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Opportunity Academy ranks higher (31.0 vs 22.9 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 Northridge Elementary and Opportunity Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Newton and Newton in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Elementary: 345. Opportunity Academy: 53. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Elementary and Opportunity Academy rank in Kansas?
Northridge Elementary is 603rd of 686 and Opportunity Academy is unranked among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).