Halverson Elementary vs Sibley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Halverson Elementary
Albert Lea · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
360 students
Sibley Elementary
Albert Lea · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
275 students
| Measure | Halverson Elementary Albert Lea, Minnesota | Sibley Elementary Albert Lea, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #761 of 923 | #654 of 923 |
| National rank | #30095 of 50,301 | #20711 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 360 | 275 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 275 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.7% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| city | Albert Lea | Albert Lea |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sibley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 42.8).
- •Sibley Elementary does better on math proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Sibley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 42%).
- •Sibley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 69.7%).
- •Sibley Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.0).
- •Halverson Elementary is the larger school with 360 students compared with 275.
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 Halverson Elementary better than Sibley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sibley Elementary ranks higher (56.4 vs 42.8 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 Halverson Elementary and Sibley Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Albert Lea and Albert Lea in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Halverson Elementary: 360. Sibley Elementary: 275. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Halverson Elementary and Sibley Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Halverson Elementary is 761st of 923 and Sibley Elementary is 654th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).