Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, Anwatin 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anwatin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anwatin Middle School's student population of 337 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anwatin 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 Anwatin Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1576 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
51%
12%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Anwatin Middle School's ranking?
Anwatin Middle School is ranked #1576 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Anwatin Middle School often compared to?
Anwatin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Justice Page Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Anwatin Middle School?
337 students attend Anwatin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Anwatin Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anwatin Middle School?
Anwatin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anwatin Middle School offer ?
Anwatin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anwatin Middle School part of?
Anwatin Middle School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
School Reviews
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