Central Middle vs South Point Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 452 m 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
South Point Elementary
East Grand Forks · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
435 students
| Measure | Central Middle East Grand Forks, Minnesota | South Point Elementary East Grand Forks, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #114 of 266 | #663 of 923 |
| National rank | #3856 of 15,369 | #21277 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 463 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 463 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 50% |
| city | East Grand Forks | East Grand Forks |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.6 vs 55.6).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (59% vs 50%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 46%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 35.9%).
- •South Point Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 21.0).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 463 students compared with 435.
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 South Point Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (67.6 vs 55.6 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 South Point Elementary?
About 452 m in a straight line, between East Grand Forks and East Grand Forks in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 463. South Point Elementary: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and South Point Elementary rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 114th of 266 and South Point Elementary is 663rd of 923 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).