Chaska Middle School West vs North Branch Area Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaska Middle School West
Chaska · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
North Branch Area Middle School
North Branch · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
| Measure | Chaska Middle School West Chaska, Minnesota | North Branch Area Middle School North Branch, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #54 of 266 | #156 of 266 |
| National rank | #2175 of 15,369 | #5338 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 615 | 615 |
| Enrollment | 615 | 615 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.6% | 29.1% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 49% |
| city | Chaska | North Branch |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chaska Middle School West scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 60.7).
- •Chaska Middle School West does better on math proficiency (55% vs 49%).
- •Chaska Middle School West does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 56%).
- •Chaska Middle School West does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.6% vs 29.1%).
- •Chaska Middle School West does better on students per teacher (15.4 vs 19.2).
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 Chaska Middle School West better than North Branch Area Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Chaska Middle School West ranks higher (76.0 vs 60.7 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 Chaska Middle School West and North Branch Area Middle School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Chaska and North Branch in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaska Middle School West: 615. North Branch Area Middle School: 615. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaska Middle School West and North Branch Area Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Chaska Middle School West is 54th of 266 and North Branch Area Middle School is 156th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).