Bertha Secondary vs Verndale Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bertha Secondary
Bertha · Public high · Grades 7–12
213 students
Verndale Secondary
Verndale · Public high · Grades 7–12
231 students
| Measure | Bertha Secondary Bertha, Minnesota | Verndale Secondary Verndale, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #268 of 433 | #301 of 433 |
| National rank | #7627 of 16,910 | #8462 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 213 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.1% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Bertha | Verndale |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bertha Secondary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 49.7).
- •Bertha Secondary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Bertha Secondary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Bertha Secondary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.1% vs 46.8%).
- •Verndale Secondary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 14.2).
- •Verndale Secondary is the larger school with 231 students compared with 213.
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 Bertha Secondary better than Verndale Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), Bertha Secondary ranks higher (52.8 vs 49.7 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 Bertha Secondary and Verndale Secondary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Bertha and Verndale in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bertha Secondary: 213. Verndale Secondary: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bertha Secondary and Verndale Secondary rank in Minnesota?
Bertha Secondary is 268th of 433 and Verndale Secondary is 301st of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).