Forestview Middle vs Pillager Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forestview Middle
Baxter · Public middle · Grades 5–8
1,626 students
Pillager Middle School
Pillager · Public middle · Grades 5–8
433 students
| Measure | Forestview Middle Baxter, Minnesota | Pillager Middle School Pillager, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #66 of 266 | #168 of 266 |
| National rank | #2538 of 15,369 | #5745 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 1,626 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 1,626 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.5% | 37% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 42% |
| city | Baxter | Pillager |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forestview Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.0 vs 58.8).
- •Forestview Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •Forestview Middle does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 60%).
- •Pillager Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37% vs 39.5%).
- •Forestview Middle does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.3).
- •Forestview Middle is the larger school with 1,626 students compared with 433.
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 Forestview Middle better than Pillager Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Forestview Middle ranks higher (74.0 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 Forestview Middle and Pillager Middle School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Baxter and Pillager in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forestview Middle: 1,626. Pillager Middle School: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forestview Middle and Pillager Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Forestview Middle is 66th of 266 and Pillager Middle School is 168th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).