Austin Senior High vs Ellis Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin Senior High
Austin · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,485 students
Ellis Middle
Austin · Public middle · Grades 7–8
726 students
| Measure | Austin Senior High Austin, Minnesota | Ellis Middle Austin, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 433 | #199 of 266 |
| National rank | #12165 of 16,910 | #8095 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,485 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 1,485 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.9% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 43% |
| city | Austin | Austin |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellis Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.9 vs 35.1).
- •Ellis Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 31%).
- •Ellis Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 42%).
- •Austin Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.9% vs 58.3%).
- •Ellis Middle does better on students per teacher (14.8 vs 18.1).
- •Austin Senior High is the larger school with 1,485 students compared with 726.
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 Austin Senior High better than Ellis Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ellis Middle ranks higher (47.9 vs 35.1 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 Austin Senior High and Ellis Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Austin and Austin in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Austin Senior High: 1,485. Ellis Middle: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Austin Senior High and Ellis Middle rank in Minnesota?
Austin Senior High is 375th of 433 and Ellis Middle is 199th of 266 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).