Grimsrud Elementary School vs Highland Acres Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Dakota, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grimsrud Elementary School
Bismarck · Public elementary · Grades K–5
180 students
Highland Acres Elementary School
Bismarck · Public elementary · Grades K–5
103 students
| Measure | Grimsrud Elementary School Bismarck, North Dakota | Highland Acres Elementary School Bismarck, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #155 of 232 | #50 of 232 |
| National rank | #22356 of 50,301 | #10061 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 180 | 103 |
| Enrollment | 180 | 103 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 10.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| city | Bismarck | Bismarck |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Acres Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.8 vs 54.0).
- •Highland Acres Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Highland Acres Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Highland Acres Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.7% vs 43.9%).
- •Grimsrud Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 17.2).
- •Grimsrud Elementary School is the larger school with 180 students compared with 103.
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 Grimsrud Elementary School better than Highland Acres Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Acres Elementary School ranks higher (71.8 vs 54.0 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 Grimsrud Elementary School and Highland Acres Elementary School?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Bismarck and Bismarck in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grimsrud Elementary School: 180. Highland Acres Elementary School: 103. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grimsrud Elementary School and Highland Acres Elementary School rank in North Dakota?
Grimsrud Elementary School is 155th of 232 and Highland Acres Elementary School is 50th of 232 among elementary schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).