Northport Elementary vs Twin Lakes STEM 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.
Northport Elementary
Brooklyn Center · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
488 students
Twin Lakes STEM Academy
Brooklyn Park · Charter elementary · Grades K–7
217 students
| Measure | Northport Elementary Brooklyn Center, Minnesota | Twin Lakes STEM Academy Brooklyn Park, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #838 of 923 | #889 of 923 |
| National rank | #38886 of 50,301 | #43417 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 488 | 217 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 217 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.1% | 99.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| city | Brooklyn Center | Brooklyn Park |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northport Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 22.3).
- •Northport Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Northport Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 27%).
- •Northport Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.1% vs 99.1%).
- •Twin Lakes STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.4).
- •Northport Elementary is the larger school with 488 students compared with 217.
- •Northport Elementary is a public school while Twin Lakes STEM 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 Northport Elementary better than Twin Lakes STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Northport Elementary ranks higher (29.5 vs 22.3 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 Northport Elementary and Twin Lakes STEM Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northport Elementary: 488. Twin Lakes STEM Academy: 217. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northport Elementary and Twin Lakes STEM Academy rank in Minnesota?
Northport Elementary is 838th of 923 and Twin Lakes STEM Academy is 889th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).