Serving 163 students in grades 6-7, Blue Earth Area 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Blue Earth Area Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district of Blue Earth, MN, encompassing approximately 391.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.6 miles and the furthest edge extending 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Earth Area Middle School's student population of 163 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Rankings
Blue Earth Area 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 Blue Earth Area Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#1249 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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Hispanic
21%
12%
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White
75%
60%
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Two or more races
4%
7%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1998–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2000–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Earth Area Middle School's ranking?
Blue Earth Area Middle School is ranked #1249 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Blue Earth Area Middle School?
163 students attend Blue Earth Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Blue Earth Area Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Earth Area Middle School?
Blue Earth Area Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blue Earth Area Middle School offer ?
Blue Earth Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Earth Area Middle School part of?
Blue Earth Area Middle School is part of Blue Earth Area School District.
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