Serving 1,307 students in grades 6-8, Minnetonka East Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Minnetonka East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Minnetonka East Middle School's student population of 1,307 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
Minnetonka East Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnetonka East Middle School is 0.37, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#76 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnetonka East Middle School's ranking?
Minnetonka East Middle School is ranked #76 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Minnetonka East Middle School often compared to?
Minnetonka East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnetonka West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnetonka East Middle School?
1,307 students attend Minnetonka East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Minnetonka East Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Minnetonka East Middle School?
Minnetonka East Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Minnetonka East Middle School offer ?
Minnetonka East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Minnetonka East Middle School part of?
Minnetonka East Middle School is part of Minnetonka Public School District.
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