New Heights Elementary vs South Point Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Heights Elementary
East Grand Forks · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
499 students
South Point Elementary
East Grand Forks · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
435 students
| Measure | New Heights Elementary East Grand Forks, Minnesota | South Point Elementary East Grand Forks, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #651 of 923 | #663 of 923 |
| National rank | #20694 of 50,301 | #21277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 499 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 46% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | East Grand Forks | East Grand Forks |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.4 vs 55.6).
- •South Point Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.9% vs 40.3%).
- •South Point Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 16.6).
- •New Heights Elementary is the larger school with 499 students compared with 435.
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 New Heights Elementary better than South Point Elementary?
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 New Heights Elementary and South Point Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between East Grand Forks and East Grand Forks in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Heights Elementary: 499. South Point Elementary: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Heights Elementary and South Point Elementary rank in Minnesota?
New Heights Elementary is 651st of 923 and South Point Elementary is 663rd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).