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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Alexandria, MN, covering approximately 344.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 10.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 15.3 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
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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