Aim Academy of Science & Technology vs South High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aim Academy of Science & Technology
Minneapolis · Charter high · Grades 6–12
178 students
South High
Minneapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,257 students
| Measure | Aim Academy of Science & Technology Minneapolis, Minnesota | South High Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #420 of 433 | #385 of 433 |
| National rank | #15791 of 16,910 | #12897 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 178 | 1,257 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 1,257 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.8% | 65.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 17% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.0 vs 16.8).
- •South High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.1% vs 97.8%).
- •South High does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 19.8).
- •South High is the larger school with 1,257 students compared with 178.
- •Aim Academy of Science & Technology is a charter school while South High 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 Aim Academy of Science & Technology better than South High?
On the Success Index (US), South High ranks higher (32.0 vs 16.8 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 Aim Academy of Science & Technology and South High?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aim Academy of Science & Technology: 178. South High: 1,257. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aim Academy of Science & Technology and South High rank in Minnesota?
Aim Academy of Science & Technology is 420th of 433 and South High is 385th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).