Central Middle School vs Prior Lake-Savage Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle School
Eden Prairie · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,860 students
Prior Lake-Savage Middle School
Prior Lake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
2,025 students
| Measure | Central Middle School Eden Prairie, Minnesota | Prior Lake-Savage Middle School Prior Lake, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #27 of 266 | #38 of 266 |
| National rank | #1562 of 15,369 | #1824 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,860 | 2,025 |
| Enrollment | 1,860 | 2,025 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 16.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 70% |
| city | Eden Prairie | Prior Lake |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 78.0).
- •Prior Lake-Savage Middle School does better on math proficiency (70% vs 68%).
- •Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Prior Lake-Savage Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 27.8%).
- •Central Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 19.5).
- •Prior Lake-Savage Middle School is the larger school with 2,025 students compared with 1,860.
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 School better than Prior Lake-Savage Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle School ranks higher (79.5 vs 78.0 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 School and Prior Lake-Savage Middle School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Eden Prairie and Prior Lake in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle School: 1,860. Prior Lake-Savage Middle School: 2,025. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle School and Prior Lake-Savage Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle School is 27th of 266 and Prior Lake-Savage Middle School is 38th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).