Edison High vs South St. Paul High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison High
Minneapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
865 students
South St. Paul High School
South Saint Paul · Public high · Grades 9–12
866 students
| Measure | Edison High Minneapolis, Minnesota | South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #394 of 433 | #359 of 433 |
| National rank | #13677 of 16,910 | #11290 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 865 | 866 |
| Enrollment | 865 | 866 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.3% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 17.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 32% |
| city | Minneapolis | South Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South St. Paul High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 28.4).
- •South St. Paul High School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 17%).
- •South St. Paul High School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •South St. Paul High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 70.3%).
- •Edison High does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 17.0).
- •South St. Paul High School is the larger school with 866 students compared with 865.
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 Edison High better than South St. Paul High School?
On the Success Index (US), South St. Paul High School ranks higher (38.7 vs 28.4 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 Edison High and South St. Paul High School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Minneapolis and South Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison High: 865. South St. Paul High School: 866. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison High and South St. Paul High School rank in Minnesota?
Edison High is 394th of 433 and South St. Paul High School is 359th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).