Medford Secondary vs Owatonna Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Medford Secondary
Medford · Public high · Grades 7–12
379 students
Owatonna Senior High
Owatonna · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,468 students
| Measure | Medford Secondary Medford, Minnesota | Owatonna Senior High Owatonna, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #218 of 433 | #174 of 433 |
| National rank | #6338 of 16,910 | #5344 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 379 | 1,468 |
| Enrollment | 379 | 1,468 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34% | 32.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 52% |
| city | Medford | Owatonna |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Owatonna Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 57.9).
- •Owatonna Senior High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Owatonna Senior High does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 59%).
- •Owatonna Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.6% vs 34%).
- •Medford Secondary does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.7).
- •Owatonna Senior High is the larger school with 1,468 students compared with 379.
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 Medford Secondary better than Owatonna Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), Owatonna Senior High ranks higher (61.8 vs 57.9 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 Medford Secondary and Owatonna Senior High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Medford and Owatonna in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Medford Secondary: 379. Owatonna Senior High: 1,468. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Medford Secondary and Owatonna Senior High rank in Minnesota?
Medford Secondary is 218th of 433 and Owatonna Senior High is 174th of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).