FAIR High vs Metro College Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
FAIR High
Minneapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
337 students
Metro College Prep
Minneapolis · Charter high · Grades 6–12
585 students
| Measure | FAIR High Minneapolis, Minnesota | Metro College Prep Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #367 of 433 | #433 of 433 |
| National rank | #11786 of 16,910 | #16782 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 337 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 337 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 97.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 44.5% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 2.5% |
| city | Minneapolis | Minneapolis |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •FAIR High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 6.8).
- •FAIR High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 2.5%).
- •FAIR High does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 17%).
- •FAIR High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.6% vs 97.8%).
- •FAIR High does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 19.5).
- •Metro College Prep is the larger school with 585 students compared with 337.
- •FAIR High is a public school while Metro College Prep is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 FAIR High better than Metro College Prep?
On the Success Index (US), FAIR High ranks higher (36.7 vs 6.8 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 FAIR High and Metro College Prep?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Minneapolis and Minneapolis in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
FAIR High: 337. Metro College Prep: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do FAIR High and Metro College Prep rank in Minnesota?
FAIR High is 367th of 433 and Metro College Prep is 433rd of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).