EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch vs St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 894 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch
Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
393 students
St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary
Saint Paul · Charter middle · Grades 7–8
15 students
| Measure | EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch Saint Paul, Minnesota | St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #351 of 923 | – |
| National rank | #9637 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 393 | 15 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 15 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 20% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 61% | – |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.4 vs 72.4).
- •St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20% vs 45.3%).
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 15.0).
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is the larger school with 393 students compared with 15.
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is a public school while St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary 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 EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch better than St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary ranks higher (75.4 vs 72.4 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 EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch and St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary?
About 894 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch: 393. St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary: 15. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch and St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary rank in Minnesota?
EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is 351st of 923 and St. Paul Northern Lights Secondary is unranked among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).