Wayzata Central Middle vs Wayzata West Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Minnesota, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Wayzata Central Middle
Plymouth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,342 students
Wayzata West Middle
Wayzata · Public middle · Grades 6–8
836 students
| Measure | Wayzata Central Middle Plymouth, Minnesota | Wayzata West Middle Wayzata, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #10 of 266 | #15 of 266 |
| National rank | #946 of 15,369 | #1210 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,342 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 1,342 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.6% | 16.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 79% | 76% |
| city | Plymouth | Wayzata |
| state | Minnesota | Minnesota |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wayzata Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 81.8).
- •Wayzata Central Middle does better on math proficiency (79% vs 76%).
- •Wayzata West Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 81%).
- •Wayzata Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.6% vs 16.4%).
- •Wayzata Central Middle does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 20.9).
- •Wayzata Central Middle is the larger school with 1,342 students compared with 836.
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 Wayzata Central Middle better than Wayzata West Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wayzata Central Middle ranks higher (83.6 vs 81.8 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 Wayzata Central Middle and Wayzata West Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Wayzata in Minnesota.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Wayzata Central Middle: 1,342. Wayzata West Middle: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Wayzata Central Middle and Wayzata West Middle rank in Minnesota?
Wayzata Central Middle is 10th of 266 and Wayzata West Middle is 15th of 266 among middle schools in Minnesota on the 2025 Success Index (US).