Jefferson Elementary vs Northdale Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Blaine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
650 students
Northdale Middle
Coon Rapids · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,108 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Blaine, Minnesota | Northdale Middle Coon Rapids, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #331 of 923 | #108 of 266 |
| National rank | #9311 of 50,301 | #3693 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 650 | 1,108 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 1,108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.9% | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 61% |
| city | Blaine | Coon Rapids |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 68.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 61%).
- •Northdale Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 50.9%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.8).
- •Northdale Middle is the larger school with 1,108 students compared with 650.
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Northdale Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (72.9 vs 68.4 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 Jefferson Elementary and Northdale Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Blaine and Coon Rapids in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 650. Northdale Middle: 1,108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Northdale Middle rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 331st of 923 and Northdale Middle is 108th of 266 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).