Central Middle vs Triton Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 118 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
Triton Middle School
Dodge Center · Public middle · Grades 6–8
222 students
| Measure | Central Middle Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Triton Middle School Dodge Center, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #74 of 266 | #138 of 266 |
| National rank | #2743 of 15,369 | #4675 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 216 | 222 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 222 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.3% | 29.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 49% |
| city | Norwood Young America | Dodge Center |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 63.7).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 49%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.3% vs 29.7%).
- •Triton Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.6).
- •Triton Middle School is the larger school with 222 students compared with 216.
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 Triton Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (72.9 vs 63.7 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 Central Middle and Triton Middle School?
About 118 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and Dodge Center in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 216. Triton Middle School: 222. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Triton Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 74th of 266 and Triton Middle School is 138th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).