Farnsworth Aerospace Upper vs LIFE Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 698 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper
Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 5–8
453 students
LIFE Prep
Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
134 students
| Measure | Farnsworth Aerospace Upper Saint Paul, Minnesota | LIFE Prep Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #250 of 266 | #876 of 923 |
| National rank | #13081 of 15,369 | #42071 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 453 | 134 |
| Enrollment | 453 | 134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.6% | 89.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 32% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.7 vs 24.4).
- •LIFE Prep does better on math proficiency (32% vs 22%).
- •Farnsworth Aerospace Upper does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Farnsworth Aerospace Upper does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.6% vs 89.6%).
- •LIFE Prep does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 14.6).
- •Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is the larger school with 453 students compared with 134.
- •Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is a public school while LIFE Prep 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 Farnsworth Aerospace Upper better than LIFE Prep?
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 Farnsworth Aerospace Upper and LIFE Prep?
About 698 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper: 453. LIFE Prep: 134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Farnsworth Aerospace Upper and LIFE Prep rank in Minnesota?
Farnsworth Aerospace Upper is 250th of 266 and LIFE Prep is 876th of 923 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).