Columbus Elementary vs Valley New School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 898 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Elementary
Appleton · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
88 students
Valley New School
Appleton · Charter high · Grades 7–12
68 students
| Measure | Columbus Elementary Appleton, Wisconsin | Valley New School Appleton, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #958 of 1,069 | #159 of 446 |
| National rank | #43573 of 50,301 | #8551 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 88 | 68 |
| Enrollment | 88 | 68 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 32.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 49.5% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 30% |
| city | Appleton | Appleton |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley New School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.4 vs 22.0).
- •Valley New School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 17%).
- •Valley New School does better on reading proficiency (49.5% vs 17%).
- •Valley New School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.4% vs 70.5%).
- •Columbus Elementary does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 17.0).
- •Columbus Elementary is the larger school with 88 students compared with 68.
- •Columbus Elementary is a public school while Valley New 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus Elementary better than Valley New School?
On the Success Index (US), Valley New School ranks higher (49.4 vs 22.0 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 Columbus Elementary and Valley New School?
About 898 m in a straight line, between Appleton and Appleton in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Elementary: 88. Valley New School: 68. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Elementary and Valley New School rank in Wisconsin?
Columbus Elementary is 958th of 1,069 and Valley New School is 159th of 446 among elementary schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).