Heritage E-STEM Magnet School vs South St. Paul Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Heritage E-STEM Magnet School
West Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 5–8
761 students
South St. Paul Middle School
South Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 6–8
535 students
| Measure | Heritage E-STEM Magnet School West Saint Paul, Minnesota | South St. Paul Middle School South Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 266 | #183 of 266 |
| National rank | #5134 of 15,369 | #6489 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 761 | 535 |
| Enrollment | 761 | 535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52% | 64.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | West Saint Paul | South Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 55.4).
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52% vs 64.7%).
- •South St. Paul Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.9).
- •Heritage E-STEM Magnet School is the larger school with 761 students compared with 535.
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 Heritage E-STEM Magnet School better than South St. Paul Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Heritage E-STEM Magnet School ranks higher (61.5 vs 55.4 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 Heritage E-STEM Magnet School and South St. Paul Middle School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between West Saint Paul and South Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Heritage E-STEM Magnet School: 761. South St. Paul Middle School: 535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Heritage E-STEM Magnet School and South St. Paul Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Heritage E-STEM Magnet School is 147th of 266 and South St. Paul Middle School is 183rd of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).