Central Elementary vs Cowern Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Norwood Young America · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
Cowern Elementary
North Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Cowern Elementary North Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 923 | #710 of 923 |
| National rank | #6925 of 50,301 | #25496 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 413 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 71.9% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 59% |
| city | Norwood Young America | North Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 49.5).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 59%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 50%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 71.9%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 17.2).
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 Central Elementary better than Cowern Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 49.5 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 Central Elementary and Cowern Elementary?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and North Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 413. Cowern Elementary: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Cowern Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Central Elementary is 235th of 923 and Cowern Elementary is 710th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).