Serving 357 students in grades 6-8, Melrose Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melrose Middle School's student population of 357 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melrose 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 Melrose Middle School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1042 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
26%
10%
Black
n/a
12%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melrose Middle School's ranking?
Melrose Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 1,860 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Melrose Middle School?
357 students attend Melrose Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Melrose Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melrose Middle School?
Melrose Middle School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melrose Middle School offer ?
Melrose Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Melrose Middle School part of?
Melrose Middle School is part of Melrose Public School District.
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