Independence Elementary School vs Meadowlark Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Dakota, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Independence Elementary School
Fargo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
553 students
Meadowlark Elementary School
Fargo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
379 students
| Measure | Independence Elementary School Fargo, North Dakota | Meadowlark Elementary School Fargo, North Dakota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #66 of 232 | #2 of 232 |
| National rank | #11656 of 50,301 | #762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 553 | 379 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 379 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.4% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | – |
| Math proficiency | 58% | – |
| city | Fargo | Fargo |
| state | North Dakota | North Dakota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadowlark Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.1 vs 69.5).
- •Meadowlark Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10% vs 30.4%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 13.2).
- •Independence Elementary School is the larger school with 553 students compared with 379.
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 Independence Elementary School better than Meadowlark Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Meadowlark Elementary School ranks higher (90.1 vs 69.5 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 Independence Elementary School and Meadowlark Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Fargo and Fargo in North Dakota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Independence Elementary School: 553. Meadowlark Elementary School: 379. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Independence Elementary School and Meadowlark Elementary School rank in North Dakota?
Independence Elementary School is 66th of 232 and Meadowlark Elementary School is 2nd of 232 among elementary schools in North Dakota on the 2025 Success Index (US).