Serving 617 students in grades 6-8, Detroit Lakes Middle School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Detroit Lakes Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 324.6 square miles in Detroit Lakes, MN. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Detroit Lakes Middle School's student population of 617 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Detroit Lakes Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detroit Lakes 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
#875 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
19%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
71%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detroit Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Detroit Lakes Middle School is ranked #875 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Detroit Lakes Middle School?
617 students attend Detroit Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Detroit Lakes Middle School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detroit Lakes Middle School?
Detroit Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Detroit Lakes Middle School offer ?
Detroit Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detroit Lakes Middle School part of?
Detroit Lakes Middle School is part of Detroit Lakes Public School District.
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