Serving 670 students in grades 6-8, Becker 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 50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Becker Middle School's student population of 670 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
670 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Becker 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 Becker Middle School is 0.19, 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
#531 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Becker Middle School's ranking?
Becker Middle School is ranked #531 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Becker Middle School often compared to?
Becker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annandale Middle School, Rocori Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Becker Middle School?
670 students attend Becker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Becker Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Becker Middle School?
Becker Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Becker Middle School offer ?
Becker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Becker Middle School part of?
Becker Middle School is part of Becker Public School District.
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