Serving 898 students in grades 6-8, Discovery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Discovery Middle School's student population of 898 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
898 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Family!
School Rankings
Discovery 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 Discovery Middle School is 0.24, 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
#630 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Middle School's ranking?
Discovery Middle School is ranked #630 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Discovery Middle School?
898 students attend Discovery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Discovery Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discovery Middle School?
Discovery Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Discovery Middle School offer ?
Discovery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discovery Middle School part of?
Discovery Middle School is part of Alexandria Public School District.
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