Detroit Lakes Middle vs North Branch Area Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 265 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Lakes Middle
Detroit Lakes · Public middle · Grades 6–8
617 students
North Branch Area Middle School
North Branch · Public middle · Grades 6–8
615 students
| Measure | Detroit Lakes Middle Detroit Lakes, Minnesota | North Branch Area Middle School North Branch, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 266 | #156 of 266 |
| National rank | #4985 of 15,369 | #5338 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 617 | 615 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 615 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.2% | 29.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 49% |
| city | Detroit Lakes | North Branch |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Detroit Lakes Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 60.7).
- •North Branch Area Middle School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 46%).
- •Detroit Lakes Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •North Branch Area Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.1% vs 33.2%).
- •Detroit Lakes Middle does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 19.2).
- •Detroit Lakes Middle is the larger school with 617 students compared with 615.
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 Detroit Lakes Middle better than North Branch Area Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Detroit Lakes Middle ranks higher (62.2 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 Detroit Lakes Middle and North Branch Area Middle School?
About 265 km in a straight line, between Detroit Lakes and North Branch in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Lakes Middle: 617. North Branch Area Middle School: 615. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Lakes Middle and North Branch Area Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Detroit Lakes Middle is 145th of 266 and North Branch Area Middle School is 156th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).