Serving 196 students in grades 5-8, Aurora 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aurora Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Aurora Middle School's student population of 196 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aurora 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 Aurora Middle School is 0.00, 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
#1671 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
100%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
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 Aurora Middle School's ranking?
Aurora Middle School is ranked #1671 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Aurora Middle School?
196 students attend Aurora Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Aurora Middle School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aurora Middle School?
Aurora Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Aurora Middle School offer ?
Aurora Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Aurora Middle School part of?
Aurora Middle School is part of Aurora Charter School District.
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