Classical School vs Ferber Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Wisconsin, United States, 210 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Classical School
Appleton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
487 students
Ferber Elementary
Appleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
499 students
| Measure | Classical School Appleton, Wisconsin | Ferber Elementary Appleton, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #127 of 1,069 | #531 of 1,069 |
| National rank | #7646 of 50,301 | #21150 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 487 | 499 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 499 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.2% | 32.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 48% |
| city | Appleton | Appleton |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 55.7).
- •Classical School does better on math proficiency (69% vs 48%).
- •Classical School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 42%).
- •Classical School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.2% vs 32.3%).
- •Ferber Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 18.7).
- •Ferber Elementary is the larger school with 499 students compared with 487.
- •Classical School is a charter school while Ferber Elementary is a public 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Classical School better than Ferber Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Classical School ranks higher (75.5 vs 55.7 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 Classical School and Ferber Elementary?
About 210 m in a straight line, between Appleton and Appleton in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Classical School: 487. Ferber Elementary: 499. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Classical School and Ferber Elementary rank in Wisconsin?
Classical School is 127th of 1,069 and Ferber Elementary is 531st of 1,069 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).