Noble Elementary vs Waterville Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 89 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Noble Elementary
Golden Valley · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
Waterville Elementary
Waterville · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
264 students
| Measure | Noble Elementary Golden Valley, Minnesota | Waterville Elementary Waterville, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #779 of 923 | #79 of 923 |
| National rank | #31676 of 50,301 | #3065 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 262 | 264 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 264 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 35.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 77% |
| city | Golden Valley | Waterville |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waterville Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.7 vs 40.4).
- •Waterville Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 32%).
- •Waterville Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 42%).
- •Waterville Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.6% vs 69.8%).
- •Noble Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 13.2).
- •Waterville Elementary is the larger school with 264 students compared with 262.
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 Noble Elementary better than Waterville Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Waterville Elementary ranks higher (83.7 vs 40.4 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 Noble Elementary and Waterville Elementary?
About 89 km in a straight line, between Golden Valley and Waterville in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Noble Elementary: 262. Waterville Elementary: 264. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Noble Elementary and Waterville Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Noble Elementary is 779th of 923 and Waterville Elementary is 79th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).