Dowling Elementary vs Hiawatha Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 918 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dowling Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
399 students
Hiawatha Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–2
201 students
| Measure | Dowling Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota | Hiawatha Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #532 of 923 | #322 of 923 |
| National rank | #14782 of 50,301 | #9042 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 399 | 201 |
| Enrollment | 399 | 201 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.3% | 34.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 60% | – |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hiawatha Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.3 vs 65.0).
- •Hiawatha Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.8% vs 39.3%).
- •Hiawatha Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 16.6).
- •Dowling Elementary is the larger school with 399 students compared with 201.
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 Dowling Elementary better than Hiawatha Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hiawatha Elementary ranks higher (73.3 vs 65.0 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 Dowling Elementary and Hiawatha Elementary?
About 918 m in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dowling Elementary: 399. Hiawatha Elementary: 201. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dowling Elementary and Hiawatha Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Dowling Elementary is 532nd of 923 and Hiawatha Elementary is 322nd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).