Global Academy vs Highview Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 925 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Global Academy
New Brighton · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
447 students
Highview Middle School
New Brighton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
823 students
| Measure | Global Academy New Brighton, Minnesota | Highview Middle School New Brighton, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #671 of 923 | #87 of 266 |
| National rank | #22140 of 50,301 | #3043 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 447 | 823 |
| Enrollment | 447 | 823 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | 39.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 64% |
| city | New Brighton | New Brighton |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highview Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 54.3).
- •Highview Middle School does better on math proficiency (64% vs 54%).
- •Highview Middle School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 60%).
- •Highview Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 89%).
- •Global Academy does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.8).
- •Highview Middle School is the larger school with 823 students compared with 447.
- •Global Academy is a charter school while Highview Middle School is a public 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 Global Academy better than Highview Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highview Middle School ranks higher (71.4 vs 54.3 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 Global Academy and Highview Middle School?
About 925 m in a straight line, between New Brighton and New Brighton in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Academy: 447. Highview Middle School: 823. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Academy and Highview Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Global Academy is 671st of 923 and Highview Middle School is 87th of 266 among elementary schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).