Highland Park Middle School vs St. Paul School of Northern Lights
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Park Middle School
Saint Paul · Public middle · Grades 6–8
811 students
St. Paul School of Northern Lights
Saint Paul · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
212 students
| Measure | Highland Park Middle School Saint Paul, Minnesota | St. Paul School of Northern Lights Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #198 of 266 | #334 of 923 |
| National rank | #7812 of 15,369 | #9344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 811 | 212 |
| Enrollment | 811 | 212 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 28.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | – |
| Math proficiency | 39% | – |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •St. Paul School of Northern Lights scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 49.2).
- •St. Paul School of Northern Lights does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 48.2%).
- •St. Paul School of Northern Lights does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 19.8).
- •Highland Park Middle School is the larger school with 811 students compared with 212.
- •Highland Park Middle School is a public school while St. Paul School of Northern Lights 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 Highland Park Middle School better than St. Paul School of Northern Lights?
On the Success Index (US), St. Paul School of Northern Lights ranks higher (72.9 vs 49.2 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 Highland Park Middle School and St. Paul School of Northern Lights?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Park Middle School: 811. St. Paul School of Northern Lights: 212. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Park Middle School and St. Paul School of Northern Lights rank in Minnesota?
Highland Park Middle School is 198th of 266 and St. Paul School of Northern Lights is 334th of 923 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).