MMSA Secondary School vs Saint Paul Music Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Minnesota, United States, 746 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MMSA Secondary School
Saint Paul · Charter high · Grades 6–12
327 students
Saint Paul Music Academy
Saint Paul · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
514 students
| Measure | MMSA Secondary School Saint Paul, Minnesota | Saint Paul Music Academy Saint Paul, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #431 of 433 | #828 of 923 |
| National rank | #16504 of 16,910 | #37058 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 327 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.1% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | – | 35% |
| city | Saint Paul | Saint Paul |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Saint Paul Music Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.3 vs 11.3).
- •Saint Paul Music Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Saint Paul Music Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.5% vs 99.1%).
- •Saint Paul Music Academy does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 21.8).
- •Saint Paul Music Academy is the larger school with 514 students compared with 327.
- •MMSA Secondary School is a charter school while Saint Paul Music Academy 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 MMSA Secondary School better than Saint Paul Music Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Saint Paul Music Academy ranks higher (32.3 vs 11.3 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 MMSA Secondary School and Saint Paul Music Academy?
About 746 m in a straight line, between Saint Paul and Saint Paul in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MMSA Secondary School: 327. Saint Paul Music Academy: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MMSA Secondary School and Saint Paul Music Academy rank in Minnesota?
MMSA Secondary School is 431st of 433 and Saint Paul Music Academy is 828th of 923 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).