Serving 752 students in grades 5-8, Cloquet 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cloquet Middle School's student population of 752 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Cloquet 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 Cloquet Middle School is 0.50, 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
#928 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
12%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
68%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cloquet Middle School's ranking?
Cloquet Middle School is ranked #928 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Cloquet Middle School often compared to?
Cloquet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Churchill Elementary School, Cloquet Senior by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Cloquet Middle School?
752 students attend Cloquet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cloquet Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cloquet Middle School?
Cloquet Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cloquet Middle School offer ?
Cloquet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cloquet Middle School part of?
Cloquet Middle School is part of Cloquet Public School District.
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