Albany Elementary vs Northrop Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albany Elementary
Albany · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
380 students
Northrop Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
| Measure | Albany Elementary Albany, Minnesota | Northrop Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #182 of 923 | #180 of 923 |
| National rank | #5340 of 50,301 | #5323 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 380 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.7% | 16.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| city | Albany | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.3 vs 79.4).
- •Albany Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Northrop Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 65%).
- •Northrop Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 23.7%).
- •Albany Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.3).
- •Northrop Elementary is the larger school with 381 students compared with 380.
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 Albany Elementary better than Northrop Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Albany Elementary and Northrop Elementary?
About 130 km in a straight line, between Albany and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albany Elementary: 380. Northrop Elementary: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albany Elementary and Northrop Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Albany Elementary is 182nd of 923 and Northrop Elementary is 180th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).