Central Middle vs Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 93 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Norwood Young America · Public middle · Grades 6–8
216 students
Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle
Kenyon · Public middle · Grades 5–8
216 students
| Measure | Central Middle Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle Kenyon, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 266 | #174 of 266 |
| National rank | #2743 of 15,369 | #6057 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 216 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.3% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| city | Norwood Young America | Kenyon |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 57.3).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 59%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.3% vs 27.8%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 19.6).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Middle better than Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (72.9 vs 57.3 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 Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and Kenyon in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 216. Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 74th of 266 and Kenyon-Wanamingo Middle is 174th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).