Mayo High School vs Rochester Math & Science Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mayo High School
Rochester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,787 students
Rochester Math & Science Secondary
Rochester · Charter high · Grades 7–12
230 students
| Measure | Mayo High School Rochester, Minnesota | Rochester Math & Science Secondary Rochester, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #112 of 433 | #402 of 433 |
| National rank | #4223 of 16,910 | #14389 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 1,787 | 230 |
| Enrollment | 1,787 | 230 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.9% | 88.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | – |
| city | Rochester | Rochester |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mayo High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.3 vs 25.0).
- •Mayo High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 88.3%).
- •Mayo High School is the larger school with 1,787 students compared with 230.
- •Mayo High School is a public school while Rochester Math & Science Secondary 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 Mayo High School better than Rochester Math & Science Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), Mayo High School ranks higher (66.3 vs 25.0 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 Mayo High School and Rochester Math & Science Secondary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Rochester and Rochester in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mayo High School: 1,787. Rochester Math & Science Secondary: 230. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mayo High School and Rochester Math & Science Secondary rank in Minnesota?
Mayo High School is 112th of 433 and Rochester Math & Science Secondary is 402nd of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).