Central Middle vs White Bear Lake Area High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 373 m 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
White Bear Lake Area High School
White Bear Lake · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,572 students
| Measure | Central Middle White Bear Lake, Minnesota | White Bear Lake Area High School White Bear Lake, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #63 of 266 | #189 of 433 |
| National rank | #2457 of 15,369 | #5665 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 922 | 2,572 |
| Enrollment | 922 | 2,572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.3% | 25.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 19.9 |
| 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 60.6).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.3% vs 25.4%).
- •White Bear Lake Area High School does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.0).
- •White Bear Lake Area High School is the larger school with 2,572 students compared with 922.
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 White Bear Lake Area High School?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (74.4 vs 60.6 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 White Bear Lake Area High School?
About 373 m in a straight line, between White Bear Lake and White Bear Lake in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 922. White Bear Lake Area High School: 2,572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and White Bear Lake Area High School rank in Minnesota?
Central Middle is 63rd of 266 and White Bear Lake Area High School is 189th of 433 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).