Serving 2,072 students in grades 6-8, Prior Lake-savage Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,072 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prior Lake-savage Middle School's student population of 2,072 students has grown by 92% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 82% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
2,072 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prior Lake-savage 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 Prior Lake-savage Middle School is 0.44, 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
#823 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
7%
12%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Prior Lake-savage Middle School's ranking?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School is ranked #823 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Prior Lake-savage Middle School often compared to?
Prior Lake-savage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coon Rapids Middle School, Aspen Academy, Shakopee West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Prior Lake-savage Middle School?
2,072 students attend Prior Lake-savage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Prior Lake-savage Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prior Lake-savage Middle School?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Prior Lake-savage Middle School offer ?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Prior Lake-savage Middle School part of?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools School District.
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