Cowern Elementary vs North Metro Flex Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 914 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cowern Elementary
North Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
413 students
North Metro Flex Academy
North Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
146 students
| Measure | Cowern Elementary North Saint Paul, Minnesota | North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #710 of 923 | #824 of 923 |
| National rank | #25496 of 50,301 | #36613 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 413 | 146 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 146 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.9% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 37% |
| city | North Saint Paul | North Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cowern Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 33.0).
- •Cowern Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 37%).
- •Cowern Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 32%).
- •Cowern Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.9% vs 77.4%).
- •North Metro Flex Academy does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 17.2).
- •Cowern Elementary is the larger school with 413 students compared with 146.
- •Cowern Elementary is a public school while North Metro Flex Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Cowern Elementary better than North Metro Flex Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Cowern Elementary ranks higher (49.5 vs 33.0 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 Cowern Elementary and North Metro Flex Academy?
About 914 m in a straight line, between North Saint Paul and North Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cowern Elementary: 413. North Metro Flex Academy: 146. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cowern Elementary and North Metro Flex Academy rank in Minnesota?
Cowern Elementary is 710th of 923 and North Metro Flex Academy is 824th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).