Serving 1,395 students in grades 6-8, Wayzata Central Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayzata Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wayzata Central Middle School's student population of 1,395 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayzata Central Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayzata Central Middle School is 0.62, 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
#45 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
28%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
8%
12%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Wayzata Central Middle School's ranking?
Wayzata Central Middle School is ranked #45 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wayzata Central Middle School often compared to?
Wayzata Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata West Middle School, Wayzata East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Wayzata Central Middle School?
1,395 students attend Wayzata Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wayzata Central Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayzata Central Middle School?
Wayzata Central Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayzata Central Middle School offer ?
Wayzata Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wayzata Central Middle School part of?
Wayzata Central Middle School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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