Dakota Middle School serves 1,003 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dakota Middle School's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,003 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dakota Middle School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
21%
12%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 schools are Dakota Middle School often compared to?
Dakota Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Island Middle School, Kellogg Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Dakota Middle School?
1,003 students attend Dakota Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Dakota Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dakota Middle School?
Dakota Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dakota Middle School offer ?
Dakota Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dakota Middle School part of?
Dakota Middle School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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