Serving 536 students in grades 3-5, Cambridge Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cambridge Intermediate School serves the northern part of its school district in Cambridge, MN, covering an area of approximately 132.1 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridge Intermediate School's student population of 536 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Cambridge Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#467 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Cambridge Intermediate School's ranking?
Cambridge Intermediate School is ranked #467 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cambridge Intermediate School often compared to?
Cambridge Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Intermediate School?
536 students attend Cambridge Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Cambridge Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Intermediate School?
Cambridge Intermediate School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambridge Intermediate School offer ?
Cambridge Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Intermediate School part of?
Cambridge Intermediate School is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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