Serving 962 students in grades 6-8, Falcon Ridge 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 40% (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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 962 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falcon Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Falcon Ridge Middle School's student population of 962 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Falcon Ridge 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 Falcon Ridge Middle School is 0.67, 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
#883 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
17%
12%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falcon Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Falcon Ridge Middle School is ranked #883 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Falcon Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Falcon Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 Falcon Ridge Middle School?
962 students attend Falcon Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Falcon Ridge Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falcon Ridge Middle School?
Falcon Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Falcon Ridge Middle School offer ?
Falcon Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Falcon Ridge Middle School part of?
Falcon Ridge Middle School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2011
Falcon ridge is the best school by far! they have good classes, nice teachers and the unches are NOT discusting... but the absolutly best part about Falcon ridge middle is the friends that you would meet because that is were i met my best friend... :)
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