Brainerd Senior High vs Mayo High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 295 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brainerd Senior High
Brainerd · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,805 students
Mayo High School
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,787 students
| Measure | Brainerd Senior High Brainerd, Minnesota | Mayo High School Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #176 of 433 | #112 of 433 |
| National rank | #5386 of 16,910 | #4223 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,805 | 1,787 |
| Enrollment | 1,805 | 1,787 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 27.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 46% |
| city | Brainerd | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mayo High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 61.6).
- •Brainerd Senior High does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 61%).
- •Mayo High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 31.5%).
- •Brainerd Senior High is the larger school with 1,805 students compared with 1,787.
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 Brainerd Senior High better than Mayo High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mayo High School ranks higher (66.3 vs 61.6 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 Brainerd Senior High and Mayo High School?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Brainerd and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brainerd Senior High: 1,805. Mayo High School: 1,787. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brainerd Senior High and Mayo High School rank in Minnesota?
Brainerd Senior High is 176th of 433 and Mayo High School is 112th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).