Arlington Elementary School vs Northern Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Kentucky, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlington Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
322 students
Northern Elementary School
Lexington · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
424 students
| Measure | Arlington Elementary School Lexington, Kentucky | Northern Elementary School Lexington, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #645 of 707 | #631 of 707 |
| National rank | #38303 of 50,301 | #37164 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 322 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| city | Lexington | Lexington |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northern Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.1 vs 30.3).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Northern Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Northern Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75% vs 84.5%).
- •Arlington Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.8).
- •Northern Elementary School is the larger school with 424 students compared with 322.
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 Arlington Elementary School better than Northern Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Northern Elementary School ranks higher (32.1 vs 30.3 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 Arlington Elementary School and Northern Elementary School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lexington and Lexington in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arlington Elementary School: 322. Northern Elementary School: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arlington Elementary School and Northern Elementary School rank in Kentucky?
Arlington Elementary School is 645th of 707 and Northern Elementary School is 631st of 707 among elementary schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).