Franklin Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Mankato · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
388 students
Monroe Elementary
North Mankato · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Mankato, Minnesota | Monroe Elementary North Mankato, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 923 | #406 of 923 |
| National rank | #4409 of 50,301 | #10742 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 388 | 367 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 367 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.1% | 41.7% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 64% |
| city | Mankato | North Mankato |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 70.8).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 64%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 60%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 52.1%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.6).
- •Franklin Elementary is the larger school with 388 students compared with 367.
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 Franklin Elementary better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 70.8 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 Franklin Elementary and Monroe Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Mankato and North Mankato in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 388. Monroe Elementary: 367. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Franklin Elementary is 137th of 923 and Monroe Elementary is 406th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).