Hamilton Elementary vs Northside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 181 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamilton Elementary
Coon Rapids · Public elementary · Grades K–5
391 students
Northside Elementary
Benson · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
391 students
| Measure | Hamilton Elementary Coon Rapids, Minnesota | Northside Elementary Benson, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #522 of 923 | #575 of 923 |
| National rank | #14327 of 50,301 | #16741 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 391 | 391 |
| Enrollment | 391 | 391 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.2% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 59% |
| city | Coon Rapids | Benson |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hamilton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.7 vs 62.1).
- •Northside Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 56%).
- •Northside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 65.2%).
- •Hamilton Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 17.0).
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 Hamilton Elementary better than Northside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hamilton Elementary ranks higher (65.7 vs 62.1 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 Hamilton Elementary and Northside Elementary?
About 181 km in a straight line, between Coon Rapids and Benson in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamilton Elementary: 391. Northside Elementary: 391. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamilton Elementary and Northside Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Hamilton Elementary is 522nd of 923 and Northside Elementary is 575th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).