Adams Magnet Elementary vs Nova Classical Academy Lower School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 744 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Magnet Elementary
Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
605 students
Nova Classical Academy Lower School
Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
485 students
| Measure | Adams Magnet Elementary Saint Paul, Minnesota | Nova Classical Academy Lower School Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #696 of 923 | #31 of 923 |
| National rank | #24372 of 50,301 | #1619 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 605 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 23.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 83% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nova Classical Academy Lower School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.1 vs 51.1).
- •Nova Classical Academy Lower School does better on math proficiency (83% vs 40%).
- •Nova Classical Academy Lower School does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 48%).
- •Nova Classical Academy Lower School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.5% vs 40.5%).
- •Nova Classical Academy Lower School does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 14.8).
- •Adams Magnet Elementary is the larger school with 605 students compared with 485.
- •Adams Magnet Elementary is a public school while Nova Classical Academy Lower School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Magnet Elementary better than Nova Classical Academy Lower School?
On the Success Index (US), Nova Classical Academy Lower School ranks higher (87.1 vs 51.1 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 Adams Magnet Elementary and Nova Classical Academy Lower School?
About 744 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Magnet Elementary: 605. Nova Classical Academy Lower School: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Magnet Elementary and Nova Classical Academy Lower School rank in Minnesota?
Adams Magnet Elementary is 696th of 923 and Nova Classical Academy Lower School is 31st of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).