Central Senior High vs Waconia High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Senior High
Norwood Young America · Public high · Grades 9–12
337 students
Waconia High School
Waconia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,335 students
| Measure | Central Senior High Norwood Young America, Minnesota | Waconia High School Waconia, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #205 of 433 | #136 of 433 |
| National rank | #6102 of 16,910 | #4637 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 337 | 1,335 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 1,335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.1% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 49% |
| city | Norwood Young America | Waconia |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Waconia High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.6 vs 58.8).
- •Waconia High School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 44.5%).
- •Waconia High School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Waconia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 18.1%).
- •Waconia High School does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 17.7).
- •Waconia High School is the larger school with 1,335 students compared with 337.
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 Senior High better than Waconia High School?
On the Success Index (US), Waconia High School ranks higher (64.6 vs 58.8 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 Senior High and Waconia High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Norwood Young America and Waconia in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Senior High: 337. Waconia High School: 1,335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Senior High and Waconia High School rank in Minnesota?
Central Senior High is 205th of 433 and Waconia High School is 136th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).