Jefferson Elementary vs Surad Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.3 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
Surad Academy
Faribault · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
77 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Faribault, Minnesota | Surad Academy Faribault, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #795 of 923 | #867 of 923 |
| National rank | #33428 of 50,301 | #41673 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 389 | 77 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 77 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 8.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 35% | – |
| city | Faribault | Faribault |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 25.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.5% vs 100%).
- •Surad Academy does better on students per teacher (8.6 vs 13.0).
- •Jefferson Elementary is the larger school with 389 students compared with 77.
- •Jefferson Elementary is a public school while Surad Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Surad Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (37.8 vs 25.1 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 Jefferson Elementary and Surad Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Faribault and Faribault in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 389. Surad Academy: 77. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Surad Academy rank in Minnesota?
Jefferson Elementary is 795th of 923 and Surad Academy is 867th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).