Best Academy vs Bethune Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 355 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Best Academy
Minneapolis · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
508 students
Bethune Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
213 students
| Measure | Best Academy Minneapolis, Minnesota | Bethune Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #894 of 923 | #893 of 923 |
| National rank | #44324 of 50,301 | #44258 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 508 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 7.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 12% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.8 vs 20.9).
- •Best Academy does better on math proficiency (26% vs 12%).
- •Best Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Bethune Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.3% vs 92.5%).
- •Bethune Elementary does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 15.4).
- •Best Academy is the larger school with 508 students compared with 213.
- •Best Academy is a charter school while Bethune Elementary is a public 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 Best Academy better than Bethune 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 Best Academy and Bethune Elementary?
About 355 m in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Best Academy: 508. Bethune Elementary: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Best Academy and Bethune Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Best Academy is 894th of 923 and Bethune Elementary is 893rd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).