Lowell Elementary vs North Star Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowell Elementary
Duluth · Public elementary · Grades K–5
312 students
North Star Academy
Duluth · Charter elementary · Grades PK–8
572 students
| Measure | Lowell Elementary Duluth, Minnesota | North Star Academy Duluth, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #275 of 923 | #520 of 923 |
| National rank | #7840 of 50,301 | #14282 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 312 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 50.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 54% |
| city | Duluth | Duluth |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.2 vs 65.8).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 54%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.2% vs 50.5%).
- •North Star Academy does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 11.6).
- •North Star Academy is the larger school with 572 students compared with 312.
- •Lowell Elementary is a public school while North Star 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 Lowell Elementary better than North Star Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Lowell Elementary ranks higher (75.2 vs 65.8 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 Lowell Elementary and North Star Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Duluth and Duluth in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell Elementary: 312. North Star Academy: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell Elementary and North Star Academy rank in Minnesota?
Lowell Elementary is 275th of 923 and North Star Academy is 520th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).