Serving 568 students in grades 6-8, Ramsey 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 21% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 67% 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: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ramsey Middle School's student population of 568 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1408 out of 1734 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
39%
12%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Ramsey Middle School's ranking?
Ramsey Middle School is ranked #1408 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Ramsey Middle School often compared to?
Ramsey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laura Jeffrey Charter, Global Arts Plus Upper by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Middle School?
568 students attend Ramsey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ramsey Middle School students are Black, 33% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsey Middle School?
Ramsey Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ramsey Middle School offer ?
Ramsey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ramsey Middle School part of?
Ramsey Middle School is part of St. Paul Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ramsey Middle School located?
Ramsey Middle School is located in the Macalester Groveland neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Macalester Groveland.
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