HGA Junior High vs Hidden River Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
HGA Junior High
Saint Paul · Charter middle · Grades 6–7
196 students
Hidden River Middle School
Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 6–8
640 students
| Measure | HGA Junior High Saint Paul, Minnesota | Hidden River Middle School Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #264 of 266 | #233 of 266 |
| National rank | #14648 of 15,369 | #11691 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 196 | 640 |
| Enrollment | 196 | 640 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 98.0 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 39% |
| Math proficiency | – | 25% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hidden River Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.2 vs 14.4).
- •Hidden River Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 93.9%).
- •Hidden River Middle School does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 98.0).
- •Hidden River Middle School is the larger school with 640 students compared with 196.
- •HGA Junior High is a charter school while Hidden River 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 HGA Junior High better than Hidden River Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hidden River Middle School ranks higher (31.2 vs 14.4 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 HGA Junior High and Hidden River Middle School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
HGA Junior High: 196. Hidden River Middle School: 640. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do HGA Junior High and Hidden River Middle School rank in Minnesota?
HGA Junior High is 264th of 266 and Hidden River Middle School is 233rd of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).