Serving 1,295 students in grades 6-8, Coon Rapids 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 40% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coon Rapids Middle School's student population of 1,295 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Rankings
Coon Rapids 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 Coon Rapids Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1272 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
23%
12%
White
44%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coon Rapids Middle School's ranking?
Coon Rapids Middle School is ranked #1272 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Coon Rapids Middle School often compared to?
Coon Rapids Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Star Of The North - East Bethel, Northdale Middle School 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 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Coon Rapids Middle School?
1,295 students attend Coon Rapids Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Coon Rapids Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coon Rapids Middle School?
Coon Rapids Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Coon Rapids Middle School offer ?
Coon Rapids Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coon Rapids Middle School part of?
Coon Rapids Middle School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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