Alice Smith Elementary vs North Star Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alice Smith Elementary
Hopkins · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
467 students
North Star Elementary
Hugo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
467 students
| Measure | Alice Smith Elementary Hopkins, Minnesota | North Star Elementary Hugo, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #642 of 923 | #436 of 923 |
| National rank | #19964 of 50,301 | #11812 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 467 | 467 |
| Enrollment | 467 | 467 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55% | 24.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | – |
| Math proficiency | 47% | – |
| city | Hopkins | Hugo |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.3 vs 57.4).
- •North Star Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.2% vs 55%).
- •Alice Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.3 vs 15.6).
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 Alice Smith Elementary better than North Star Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Star Elementary ranks higher (69.3 vs 57.4 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 Alice Smith Elementary and North Star Elementary?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Hopkins and Hugo in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alice Smith Elementary: 467. North Star Elementary: 467. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alice Smith Elementary and North Star Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Alice Smith Elementary is 642nd of 923 and North Star Elementary is 436th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).