Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Battle Creek 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 9% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Battle Creek Middle serves the eastern part of its school district in Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 11.9 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Battle Creek Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
619 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Battle Creek Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Battle Creek Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1737 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Middle School's ranking?
Battle Creek Middle School is ranked #1737 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Battle Creek Middle School often compared to?
Battle Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creative Arts Secondary School, Capitol Hill Magnet/rondo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Middle School?
619 students attend Battle Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Battle Creek Middle School students are Asian, 27% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Battle Creek Middle School?
Battle Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Middle School offer ?
Battle Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Battle Creek Middle School part of?
Battle Creek Middle School is part of Saint Paul School District.
In what neighborhood is Battle Creek Middle School located?
Battle Creek Middle School is located in the Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 9 other public schools located in Battle Creek Conway Eastview Highwood Hills.
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