Bridges Community Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 226 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bridges Community Elementary
North Mankato · Public elementary · Grades K–5
251 students
Monroe Elementary
North Mankato · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Bridges Community Elementary North Mankato, Minnesota | Monroe Elementary North Mankato, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #41 of 923 | #406 of 923 |
| National rank | #1890 of 50,301 | #10742 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 251 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 251 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.1% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 64% |
| city | North Mankato | North Mankato |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bridges Community Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.3 vs 70.8).
- •Bridges Community Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 64%).
- •Bridges Community Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 60%).
- •Bridges Community Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.1% vs 41.7%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 16.7).
- •Monroe Elementary is the larger school with 367 students compared with 251.
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 Bridges Community Elementary better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Bridges Community Elementary ranks higher (86.3 vs 70.8 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 Bridges Community Elementary and Monroe Elementary?
About 226 m in a straight line, between North Mankato and North Mankato in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bridges Community Elementary: 251. Monroe Elementary: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bridges Community Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Bridges Community Elementary is 41st of 923 and Monroe Elementary is 406th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).