Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Luverne Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luverne Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Luverne school district, encompassing an area of approximately 258.9 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luverne Middle School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luverne Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luverne 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
#403 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luverne Middle School's ranking?
Luverne Middle School is ranked #403 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Luverne Middle School?
271 students attend Luverne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Luverne Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Luverne Middle School?
Luverne Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Luverne Middle School offer ?
Luverne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Luverne Middle School part of?
Luverne Middle School is part of Luverne Public School District.
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