Lowell Elementary vs Ordean East Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 4.4 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
Ordean East Middle School
Duluth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,037 students
| Measure | Lowell Elementary Duluth, Minnesota | Ordean East Middle School Duluth, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #275 of 923 | #56 of 266 |
| National rank | #7840 of 50,301 | #2253 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 312 | 1,037 |
| Enrollment | 312 | 1,037 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.2% | 22.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 64% |
| city | Duluth | Duluth |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.2 vs 75.6).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 64%).
- •Ordean East Middle School does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Ordean East Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.4% vs 44.2%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 18.5).
- •Ordean East Middle School is the larger school with 1,037 students compared with 312.
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 Ordean East Middle 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 Lowell Elementary and Ordean East Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Duluth and Duluth in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell Elementary: 312. Ordean East Middle School: 1,037. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell Elementary and Ordean East Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Lowell Elementary is 275th of 923 and Ordean East Middle School is 56th of 266 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).