Serving 50 students in grades 6-8, Joseph Nicollet 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 25% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicollet Junior High serves the southeastern part of Burnsville, MN, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Nicollet Middle School's student population of 50 students has declined by 90% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph Nicollet 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 Joseph Nicollet Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#1399 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
34%
12%
White
34%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Nicollet Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Nicollet Middle School is ranked #1399 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Joseph Nicollet Middle School?
50 students attend Joseph Nicollet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Joseph Nicollet Middle School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Nicollet Middle School?
Joseph Nicollet Middle School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph Nicollet Middle School offer ?
Joseph Nicollet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Nicollet Middle School part of?
Joseph Nicollet Middle School is part of Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools.
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