South Terrace Elementary vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Minnesota, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Terrace Elementary
Carlton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
163 students
Washington Elementary
Cloquet · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
495 students
| Measure | South Terrace Elementary Carlton, Minnesota | Washington Elementary Cloquet, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #407 of 923 | #195 of 923 |
| National rank | #10757 of 50,301 | #5699 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 163 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 163 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.6% | 46.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 80% |
| city | Carlton | Cloquet |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.8 vs 70.8).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 67%).
- •Washington Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •South Terrace Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.6% vs 46.7%).
- •South Terrace Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.4).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 163.
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 South Terrace Elementary better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Elementary ranks higher (78.8 vs 70.8 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 South Terrace Elementary and Washington Elementary?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Carlton and Cloquet in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Terrace Elementary: 163. Washington Elementary: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Terrace Elementary and Washington Elementary rank in Minnesota?
South Terrace Elementary is 407th of 923 and Washington Elementary is 195th of 923 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).