Jackson Elementary vs Sun Path Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jackson Elementary
Shakopee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
683 students
Sun Path Elementary
Shakopee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
| Measure | Jackson Elementary Shakopee, Minnesota | Sun Path Elementary Shakopee, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #236 of 923 | #231 of 923 |
| National rank | #6941 of 50,301 | #6732 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 683 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 683 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.8 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 70% |
| city | Shakopee | Shakopee |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.6 vs 77.0).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 70%).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 40.1%).
- •Sun Path Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.8).
- •Jackson Elementary is the larger school with 683 students compared with 521.
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 Jackson Elementary better than Sun Path Elementary?
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 Jackson Elementary and Sun Path Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Shakopee and Shakopee in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jackson Elementary: 683. Sun Path Elementary: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jackson Elementary and Sun Path Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Jackson Elementary is 236th of 923 and Sun Path Elementary is 231st of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).