Pearson VPK vs Sun Path Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pearson VPK
Shakopee · Public other · Grades PK–PK
31 students
Sun Path Elementary
Shakopee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
521 students
| Measure | Pearson VPK Shakopee, Minnesota | Sun Path Elementary Shakopee, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #231 of 923 |
| National rank | – | #6732 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–PK | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 31 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 31 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | – | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 68% |
| Math proficiency | – | 70% |
| city | Shakopee | Shakopee |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sun Path Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 90.3%).
- •Sun Path Elementary is the larger school with 521 students compared with 31.
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 Pearson VPK better than Sun Path 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 Pearson VPK and Sun Path Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Shakopee and Shakopee in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pearson VPK: 31. Sun Path Elementary: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pearson VPK and Sun Path Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Pearson VPK is unranked and Sun Path Elementary is 231st of 923 among other schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).