Serving 1,181 students in grades 6-8, Dakota Hills Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Dakota Hills Middle School's student population of 1,181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 28, 2026
School Rankings
Dakota Hills Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota Hills Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#205 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
66%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dakota Hills Middle School's ranking?
Dakota Hills Middle School is ranked #205 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Dakota Hills Middle School often compared to?
Dakota Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Black Hawk Middle School, Falcon Ridge Middle 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 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Dakota Hills Middle School?
1,181 students attend Dakota Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Dakota Hills Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Hills Middle School?
Dakota Hills Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dakota Hills Middle School offer ?
Dakota Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dakota Hills Middle School part of?
Dakota Hills Middle School is part of Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District.
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