Elton Hills Elementary School vs Staples-Motley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 315 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elton Hills Elementary School
Rochester · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
308 students
Staples-Motley Elementary
Staples · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
308 students
| Measure | Elton Hills Elementary School Rochester, Minnesota | Staples-Motley Elementary Staples, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #805 of 923 | #674 of 923 |
| National rank | #34029 of 50,301 | #22327 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 308 | 308 |
| Enrollment | 308 | 308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.8% | 55.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 62% |
| city | Rochester | Staples |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Staples-Motley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.1 vs 36.9).
- •Staples-Motley Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 35%).
- •Elton Hills Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Staples-Motley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.8% vs 57.8%).
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 Elton Hills Elementary School better than Staples-Motley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Staples-Motley Elementary ranks higher (54.1 vs 36.9 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 Elton Hills Elementary School and Staples-Motley Elementary?
About 315 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Staples in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elton Hills Elementary School: 308. Staples-Motley Elementary: 308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elton Hills Elementary School and Staples-Motley Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Elton Hills Elementary School is 805th of 923 and Staples-Motley Elementary is 674th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).