Lakewood Elementary vs North Shore Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakewood Elementary
Duluth · Public elementary · Grades K–5
254 students
North Shore Community School
Duluth · Charter elementary · Grades PK–6
355 students
| Measure | Lakewood Elementary Duluth, Minnesota | North Shore Community School Duluth, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #308 of 923 | #287 of 923 |
| National rank | #8587 of 50,301 | #8159 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 254 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.6% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Duluth | Duluth |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.0 vs 74.7).
- •Lakewood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •North Shore Community School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 34.6%).
- •North Shore Community School does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 16.9).
- •North Shore Community School is the larger school with 355 students compared with 254.
- •Lakewood Elementary is a public school while North Shore Community School 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 Lakewood Elementary better than North Shore Community 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 Lakewood Elementary and North Shore Community School?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Duluth and Duluth in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakewood Elementary: 254. North Shore Community School: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakewood Elementary and North Shore Community School rank in Minnesota?
Lakewood Elementary is 308th of 923 and North Shore Community School is 287th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).