Folwell Elementary vs Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 750 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Folwell Elementary
Minneapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
450 students
Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary
Minneapolis · Charter elementary · Grades K–1
44 students
| Measure | Folwell Elementary Minneapolis, Minnesota | Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #751 of 923 | – |
| National rank | #29515 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–1 |
| Students | 450 | 44 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 44 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | – |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.7 vs 43.6).
- •Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 89.8%).
- •Folwell Elementary is the larger school with 450 students compared with 44.
- •Folwell Elementary is a public school while Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary 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 Folwell Elementary better than Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary?
On the Success Index (US), Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary ranks higher (45.7 vs 43.6 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 Folwell Elementary and Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary?
About 750 m in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Folwell Elementary: 450. Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary: 44. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Folwell Elementary and Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary rank in Minnesota?
Folwell Elementary is 751st of 923 and Friendship Academy of Arts-Primary is unranked among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).