Blackduck Elementary vs Somerset Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 333 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blackduck Elementary
Blackduck · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
412 students
Somerset Elementary
Mendota Heights · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
412 students
| Measure | Blackduck Elementary Blackduck, Minnesota | Somerset Elementary Mendota Heights, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #695 of 923 | #51 of 923 |
| National rank | #24311 of 50,301 | #2330 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 412 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.9% | 24.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| city | Blackduck | Mendota Heights |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Somerset Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.3 vs 51.2).
- •Somerset Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Somerset Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Somerset Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 60.9%).
- •Somerset Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.7).
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 Blackduck Elementary better than Somerset Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Somerset Elementary ranks higher (85.3 vs 51.2 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 Blackduck Elementary and Somerset Elementary?
About 333 km in a straight line, between Blackduck and Mendota Heights in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Blackduck Elementary: 412. Somerset Elementary: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Blackduck Elementary and Somerset Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Blackduck Elementary is 695th of 923 and Somerset Elementary is 51st of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).