Serving 900 students in grades 6-8, Mcguire Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcguire Middle School's student population of 900 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mcguire Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcguire Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#403 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
6%
12%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcguire Middle School's ranking?
Mcguire Middle School is ranked #403 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mcguire Middle School often compared to?
Mcguire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Trail Middle School, Century Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Mcguire Middle School?
900 students attend Mcguire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mcguire Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcguire Middle School?
Mcguire Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcguire Middle School offer ?
Mcguire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mcguire Middle School part of?
Mcguire Middle School is part of Lakeville Public School District.
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