Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Middleton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Middleton Elementary serves the northeast part of Saint Paul, MN, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middleton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Middleton Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middleton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middleton Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#274 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middleton Elementary School's ranking?
Middleton Elementary School is ranked #274 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Middleton Elementary School often compared to?
Middleton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Ridge Elementary School, Red Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Middleton Elementary School?
557 students attend Middleton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Middleton Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middleton Elementary School?
Middleton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middleton Elementary School offer ?
Middleton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Middleton Elementary School part of?
Middleton Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools.
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