Appleton-Milan Elementary vs Howe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 222 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Appleton-Milan Elementary
Appleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
230 students
Howe Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
230 students
| Measure | Appleton-Milan Elementary Appleton, Minnesota | Howe Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #644 of 923 | #167 of 923 |
| National rank | #20103 of 50,301 | #5130 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 230 | 230 |
| Enrollment | 230 | 230 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 30.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 70% |
| city | Appleton | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Howe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.7 vs 57.2).
- •Howe Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Howe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 47%).
- •Howe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 61.7%).
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 Appleton-Milan Elementary better than Howe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Howe Elementary ranks higher (79.7 vs 57.2 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 Appleton-Milan Elementary and Howe Elementary?
About 222 km in a straight line, between Appleton and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Appleton-Milan Elementary: 230. Howe Elementary: 230. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Appleton-Milan Elementary and Howe Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Appleton-Milan Elementary is 644th of 923 and Howe Elementary is 167th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).