Northwest Elementary School vs Polaris Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in New Hampshire, United States, 758 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwest Elementary School
Manchester · Public elementary · Grades K–4
487 students
Polaris Charter School
Manchester · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
119 students
| Measure | Northwest Elementary School Manchester, New Hampshire | Polaris Charter School Manchester, New Hampshire |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #234 of 254 | #187 of 254 |
| National rank | #30771 of 50,301 | #19227 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 487 | 119 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 119 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.5% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 42% |
| city | Manchester | Manchester |
| state | New Hampshire | New Hampshire |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Polaris Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.5 vs 41.8).
- •Polaris Charter School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Polaris Charter School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •Polaris Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21% vs 49.5%).
- •Northwest Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.9 vs 14.9).
- •Northwest Elementary School is the larger school with 487 students compared with 119.
- •Northwest Elementary School is a public school while Polaris Charter School 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Northwest Elementary School better than Polaris Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), Polaris Charter School ranks higher (58.5 vs 41.8 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 Northwest Elementary School and Polaris Charter School?
About 758 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in New Hampshire.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwest Elementary School: 487. Polaris Charter School: 119. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwest Elementary School and Polaris Charter School rank in New Hampshire?
Northwest Elementary School is 234th of 254 and Polaris Charter School is 187th of 254 among elementary schools in New Hampshire on the 2025 Success Index (US).