Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Battle Creek Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Battle Creek Middle School's student population of 685 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battle Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Creek Middle School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1730 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
44%
7%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
25%
12%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Middle School's ranking?
Battle Creek Middle School is ranked #1730 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Battle Creek Middle School often compared to?
Battle Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo, Creative Arts Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Middle School?
685 students attend Battle Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Battle Creek Middle School students are Asian, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Creek Middle School?
Battle Creek Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Middle School offer ?
Battle Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Battle Creek Middle School part of?
Battle Creek Middle School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
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