Verndale Secondary vs West Central Area Secondary
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Minnesota, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Verndale Secondary
Verndale · Public high · Grades 7–12
231 students
West Central Area Secondary
Barrett · Public high · Grades 9–12
229 students
| Measure | Verndale Secondary Verndale, Minnesota | West Central Area Secondary Barrett, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #301 of 433 | #72 of 433 |
| National rank | #8462 of 16,910 | #3517 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 231 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 231 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 34.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 74.5% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 44.5% |
| city | Verndale | Barrett |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Central Area Secondary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 49.7).
- •West Central Area Secondary does better on math proficiency (44.5% vs 37%).
- •West Central Area Secondary does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 47%).
- •West Central Area Secondary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.5% vs 46.8%).
- •Verndale Secondary does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.7).
- •Verndale Secondary is the larger school with 231 students compared with 229.
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 Verndale Secondary better than West Central Area Secondary?
On the Success Index (US), West Central Area Secondary ranks higher (69.2 vs 49.7 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 Verndale Secondary and West Central Area Secondary?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Verndale and Barrett in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Verndale Secondary: 231. West Central Area Secondary: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Verndale Secondary and West Central Area Secondary rank in Minnesota?
Verndale Secondary is 301st of 433 and West Central Area Secondary is 72nd of 433 among high schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).