Adams Magnet Elementary vs Nova Classical Academy Upper School
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 Upper School
Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 6–12
556 students
| Measure | Adams Magnet Elementary Saint Paul, Minnesota | Nova Classical Academy Upper School Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #696 of 923 | #2 of 433 |
| National rank | #24372 of 50,301 | #599 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 605 | 556 |
| Enrollment | 605 | 556 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 15.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 87% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nova Classical Academy Upper School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.5 vs 51.1).
- •Nova Classical Academy Upper School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 40%).
- •Nova Classical Academy Upper School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 48%).
- •Nova Classical Academy Upper School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 40.5%).
- •Adams Magnet Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 15.4).
- •Adams Magnet Elementary is the larger school with 605 students compared with 556.
- •Adams Magnet Elementary is a public school while Nova Classical Academy Upper 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 Upper School?
On the Success Index (US), Nova Classical Academy Upper School ranks higher (85.5 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 Upper 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 Upper School: 556. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Magnet Elementary and Nova Classical Academy Upper School rank in Minnesota?
Adams Magnet Elementary is 696th of 923 and Nova Classical Academy Upper School is 2nd of 433 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).