North Metro Flex Academy vs Richardson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 775 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Metro Flex Academy
North Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
146 students
Richardson Elementary
North Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
654 students
| Measure | North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul, Minnesota | Richardson Elementary North Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #824 of 923 | #823 of 923 |
| National rank | #36613 of 50,301 | #36392 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 146 | 654 |
| Enrollment | 146 | 654 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.4% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| city | North Saint Paul | North Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.0 vs 33.3).
- •Richardson Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Richardson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Richardson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.1% vs 77.4%).
- •North Metro Flex Academy does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 16.0).
- •Richardson Elementary is the larger school with 654 students compared with 146.
- •North Metro Flex Academy is a charter school while Richardson Elementary is a public 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 North Metro Flex Academy better than Richardson 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 North Metro Flex Academy and Richardson Elementary?
About 775 m in a straight line, between North Saint Paul and North Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Metro Flex Academy: 146. Richardson Elementary: 654. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Metro Flex Academy and Richardson Elementary rank in Minnesota?
North Metro Flex Academy is 824th of 923 and Richardson Elementary is 823rd of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).