Albert Lea Senior High vs Southwest High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 138 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Lea Senior High
Albert Lea · Public high · Grades 8–12
1,196 students
Southwest High
Minneapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,195 students
| Measure | Albert Lea Senior High Albert Lea, Minnesota | Southwest High Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #357 of 433 | #243 of 433 |
| National rank | #11156 of 16,910 | #6965 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,196 | 1,195 |
| Enrollment | 1,196 | 1,195 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 25.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| city | Albert Lea | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 39.1).
- •Southwest High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Southwest High does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Southwest High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.6% vs 50.7%).
- •Southwest High does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 16.2).
- •Albert Lea Senior High is the larger school with 1,196 students compared with 1,195.
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 Albert Lea Senior High better than Southwest High?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest High ranks higher (55.3 vs 39.1 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 Albert Lea Senior High and Southwest High?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Albert Lea and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Lea Senior High: 1,196. Southwest High: 1,195. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Lea Senior High and Southwest High rank in Minnesota?
Albert Lea Senior High is 357th of 433 and Southwest High is 243rd of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).