Central Middle vs Pine Island Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 530 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
East Grand Forks · Public middle · Grades 6–8
463 students
Pine Island Middle
Pine Island · Public middle · Grades 5–8
464 students
| Measure | Central Middle East Grand Forks, Minnesota | Pine Island Middle Pine Island, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #114 of 266 | #36 of 266 |
| National rank | #3856 of 15,369 | #1725 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 463 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 463 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 18.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 62% |
| city | East Grand Forks | Pine Island |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pine Island Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 67.6).
- •Pine Island Middle does better on math proficiency (62% vs 59%).
- •Pine Island Middle does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 63%).
- •Pine Island Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.1% vs 29.2%).
- •Pine Island Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 21.0).
- •Pine Island Middle is the larger school with 464 students compared with 463.
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 Central Middle better than Pine Island Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pine Island Middle ranks higher (78.5 vs 67.6 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 Central Middle and Pine Island Middle?
About 530 km in a straight line, between East Grand Forks and Pine Island in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 463. Pine Island Middle: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Pine Island Middle rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 114th of 266 and Pine Island Middle is 36th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).