Emerson Elementary vs Whittier Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
Whittier Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
491 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota | Whittier Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #792 of 923 | #841 of 923 |
| National rank | #33211 of 50,301 | #39501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 491 | 491 |
| Enrollment | 491 | 491 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.1 vs 28.6).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Whittier Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 85.3%).
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 Emerson Elementary better than Whittier Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson Elementary ranks higher (38.1 vs 28.6 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 Emerson Elementary and Whittier Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 491. Whittier Elementary: 491. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and Whittier Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Emerson Elementary is 792nd of 923 and Whittier Elementary is 841st of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).