Hastings Middle School

1000 11th St W
Hastings, MN 55033
(School attendance zone shown in map)
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 1,178 students in grades 5-8, Hastings 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 43% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 1,178 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50% in MN
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hastings Middle School's student population of 1,178 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers

School Rankings

Hastings Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hastings Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MN)
#915 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
43%
46%
50%
51%
45%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hastings Middle School's ranking?
Hastings Middle School is ranked #915 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% 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 Hastings Middle School?
1,178 students attend Hastings Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Hastings Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hastings Middle School?
Hastings Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hastings Middle School offer ?
Hastings Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hastings Middle School part of?
Hastings Middle School is part of Hastings Public School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 1,178 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education

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