Adams Elementary vs Verndale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 82 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Fergus Falls · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
254 students
Verndale Elementary
Verndale · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
253 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Fergus Falls, Minnesota | Verndale Elementary Verndale, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 923 | #558 of 923 |
| National rank | #10043 of 50,301 | #16015 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 254 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.4% | 41.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 47% |
| city | Fergus Falls | Verndale |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 63.2).
- •Adams Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.4% vs 41.5%).
- •Verndale Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 13.4).
- •Adams Elementary is the larger school with 254 students compared with 253.
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 Adams Elementary better than Verndale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary ranks higher (71.8 vs 63.2 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 Adams Elementary and Verndale Elementary?
About 82 km in a straight line, between Fergus Falls and Verndale in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 254. Verndale Elementary: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Verndale Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Adams Elementary is 375th of 923 and Verndale Elementary is 558th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).