Central Elementary vs Gage Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 139 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
Gage Elementary School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
412 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Gage Elementary School Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #235 of 923 | #840 of 923 |
| National rank | #6925 of 50,301 | #39122 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 413 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 73.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 36% |
| city | Norwood Young America | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 29.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 36%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 34%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 73.3%).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 413 students compared with 412.
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 Gage Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 29.1 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 Gage Elementary School?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 413. Gage Elementary School: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Gage Elementary School rank in Minnesota?
Central Elementary is 235th of 923 and Gage Elementary School is 840th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).