Central Middle vs Mariner Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
White Bear Lake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
922 students
Mariner Middle School
White Bear Lake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
881 students
| Measure | Central Middle White Bear Lake, Minnesota | Mariner Middle School White Bear Lake, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 266 | #185 of 266 |
| National rank | #2457 of 15,369 | #6588 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 922 | 881 |
| Enrollment | 922 | 881 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.3% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | White Bear Lake | White Bear Lake |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 54.9).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.3% vs 38.9%).
- •Mariner Middle School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 20.0).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 922 students compared with 881.
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 Mariner Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (74.4 vs 54.9 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 Mariner Middle School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between White Bear Lake and White Bear Lake in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 922. Mariner Middle School: 881. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Mariner Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 63rd of 266 and Mariner Middle School is 185th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).