Jefferson Elementary vs Lakeview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 193 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Faribault · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
389 students
Lakeview Elementary
Cottonwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
389 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Faribault, Minnesota | Lakeview Elementary Cottonwood, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #795 of 923 | #178 of 923 |
| National rank | #33428 of 50,301 | #5311 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 389 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 31.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 62% |
| city | Faribault | Cottonwood |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lakeview Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.4 vs 37.8).
- •Lakeview Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 35%).
- •Lakeview Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 43%).
- •Lakeview Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 82.5%).
- •Lakeview Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.0).
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Lakeview Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lakeview Elementary ranks higher (79.4 vs 37.8 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 Jefferson Elementary and Lakeview Elementary?
About 193 km in a straight line, between Faribault and Cottonwood in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 389. Lakeview Elementary: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Lakeview Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 795th of 923 and Lakeview Elementary is 178th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).