Homecroft Elementary vs Ordean East Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 5.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Homecroft Elementary
Duluth · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
448 students
Ordean East Middle School
Duluth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,037 students
| Measure | Homecroft Elementary Duluth, Minnesota | Ordean East Middle School Duluth, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #239 of 923 | #56 of 266 |
| National rank | #7063 of 50,301 | #2253 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 448 | 1,037 |
| Enrollment | 448 | 1,037 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.3% | 22.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 64% |
| city | Duluth | Duluth |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.4 vs 75.6).
- •Homecroft Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 64%).
- •Homecroft Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Ordean East Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.4% vs 26.3%).
- •Homecroft Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 18.5).
- •Ordean East Middle School is the larger school with 1,037 students compared with 448.
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 Homecroft Elementary better than Ordean East Middle School?
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 Homecroft Elementary and Ordean East Middle School?
About 5.6 km in a straight line, between Duluth and Duluth in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Homecroft Elementary: 448. Ordean East Middle School: 1,037. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Homecroft Elementary and Ordean East Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Homecroft Elementary is 239th of 923 and Ordean East Middle School is 56th of 266 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).