Melrose Middle vs Staples-Motley Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Melrose Middle
Melrose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
296 students
Staples-Motley Middle School
Staples · Public middle · Grades 5–8
284 students
| Measure | Melrose Middle Melrose, Minnesota | Staples-Motley Middle School Staples, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #155 of 266 | #195 of 266 |
| National rank | #5321 of 15,369 | #7671 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 296 | 284 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 284 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 51.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 41% |
| city | Melrose | Staples |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Melrose Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.8 vs 49.9).
- •Melrose Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Melrose Middle does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 48%).
- •Melrose Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.2% vs 51.8%).
- •Staples-Motley Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.4).
- •Melrose Middle is the larger school with 296 students compared with 284.
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 Melrose Middle better than Staples-Motley Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Melrose Middle ranks higher (60.8 vs 49.9 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 Melrose Middle and Staples-Motley Middle School?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Melrose and Staples in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melrose Middle: 296. Staples-Motley Middle School: 284. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melrose Middle and Staples-Motley Middle School rank in Minnesota?
Melrose Middle is 155th of 266 and Staples-Motley Middle School is 195th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).