Braham Elementary vs Paynesville Area Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 125 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Braham Elementary
Braham · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
429 students
Paynesville Area Elementary
Paynesville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
429 students
| Measure | Braham Elementary Braham, Minnesota | Paynesville Area Elementary Paynesville, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #346 of 923 | #370 of 923 |
| National rank | #9495 of 50,301 | #9953 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 429 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 429 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 29.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 65% |
| city | Braham | Paynesville |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.6 vs 72.0).
- •Braham Elementary does better on math proficiency (68% vs 65%).
- •Braham Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 60%).
- •Paynesville Area Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 40.3%).
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 Braham Elementary better than Paynesville Area 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 Braham Elementary and Paynesville Area Elementary?
About 125 km in a straight line, between Braham and Paynesville in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Braham Elementary: 429. Paynesville Area Elementary: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Braham Elementary and Paynesville Area Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Braham Elementary is 346th of 923 and Paynesville Area Elementary is 370th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).