Lester Park Elementary vs McKinley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 318 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lester Park Elementary
Duluth · Public elementary · Grades K–5
510 students
McKinley Elementary
Owatonna · Public elementary · Grades K–5
510 students
| Measure | Lester Park Elementary Duluth, Minnesota | McKinley Elementary Owatonna, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #15 of 923 | #668 of 923 |
| National rank | #1067 of 50,301 | #22025 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 510 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 510 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.2% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 43% |
| city | Duluth | Owatonna |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lester Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.8 vs 54.5).
- •Lester Park Elementary does better on math proficiency (79% vs 43%).
- •Lester Park Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 51%).
- •Lester Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 48.2%).
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 Lester Park Elementary better than McKinley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lester Park Elementary ranks higher (88.8 vs 54.5 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 Lester Park Elementary and McKinley Elementary?
About 318 km in a straight line, between Duluth and Owatonna in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lester Park Elementary: 510. McKinley Elementary: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lester Park Elementary and McKinley Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Lester Park Elementary is 15th of 923 and McKinley Elementary is 668th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).