Serving 607 students in grades 6-8, Cambridge 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 46% (which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cambridge Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Cambridge, MN, covering an area of approximately 132.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cambridge Middle School's student population of 607 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
607 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Cambridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Middle School is 0.29, 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
#759 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Middle School's ranking?
Cambridge Middle School is ranked #759 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cambridge Middle School often compared to?
Cambridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isanti Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Middle School?
607 students attend Cambridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cambridge Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridge Middle School?
Cambridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cambridge Middle School offer ?
Cambridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Middle School part of?
Cambridge Middle School is part of Cambridge-Isanti Public School District.
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