Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Rushford-peterson Middle School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rushford-peterson Middle School's student population of 185 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rushford-peterson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rushford-peterson Middle School is 0.02, 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
#804 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
99%
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
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Rushford-peterson Middle School's ranking?
Rushford-peterson Middle School is ranked #804 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Rushford-peterson Middle School?
185 students attend Rushford-peterson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rushford-peterson Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rushford-peterson Middle School?
Rushford-peterson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rushford-peterson Middle School offer ?
Rushford-peterson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rushford-peterson Middle School part of?
Rushford-peterson Middle School is part of Rushford-Peterson Public Schools School District.
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