Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Faribault Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 14% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faribault Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Faribault Middle School's student population of 636 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Faribault Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faribault Middle School is 0.71, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1681 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)14%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
34%
12%
Black
24%
12%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Faribault Middle School's ranking?
Faribault Middle School is ranked #1681 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Faribault Middle School often compared to?
Faribault Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Faribault Middle School?
636 students attend Faribault Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Faribault Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Faribault Middle School?
Faribault Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Faribault Middle School offer ?
Faribault Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Faribault Middle School part of?
Faribault Middle School is part of Faribault Public School District.
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