Central Middle vs Waconia Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 11 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
Waconia Middle School
Waconia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
885 students
| Measure | Central Middle Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Waconia Middle School Waconia, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #74 of 266 | #6 of 266 |
| National rank | #2743 of 15,369 | #726 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 216 | 885 |
| Enrollment | 216 | 885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.3% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| city | Norwood Young America | Waconia |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waconia Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (85.3 vs 72.9).
- •Waconia Middle School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Waconia Middle School does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 66%).
- •Waconia Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.1% vs 27.3%).
- •Waconia Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 16.6).
- •Waconia Middle School is the larger school with 885 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 Waconia Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Waconia Middle School ranks higher (85.3 vs 72.9 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 Waconia Middle School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and Waconia in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 216. Waconia Middle School: 885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Waconia Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 74th of 266 and Waconia Middle School is 6th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).