Serving 463 students in grades 6-8, Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than 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 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Middle serves the entire district of East Grand Forks, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 176.2 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 10-15 minutes and the furthest edge being up to 15 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Central Middle 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 Central Middle School is 0.46, 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
#509 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
12%
Black
9%
12%
White
72%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #509 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Heights Elementary School, South Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Central Middle School?
463 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Central Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of East Grand Forks School District.
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