EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch vs St. Paul School of Northern Lights
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary 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 School of Northern Lights
Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
212 students
| Measure | EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch Saint Paul, Minnesota | St. Paul School of Northern Lights Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #351 of 923 | #334 of 923 |
| National rank | #9637 of 50,301 | #9344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 393 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 28.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 61% | – |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.4 vs 72.9).
- •St. Paul School of Northern Lights does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 45.3%).
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 14.1).
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is the larger school with 393 students compared with 212.
- •EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is a public school while St. Paul School of Northern Lights 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 School of Northern Lights?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch and St. Paul School of Northern Lights?
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 School of Northern Lights: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch and St. Paul School of Northern Lights rank in Minnesota?
EXPO for Excellence Elementary Sch is 351st of 923 and St. Paul School of Northern Lights is 334th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).