Serving 1,239 students in grades 6-8, Minnetonka East Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Minnetonka East Middle School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Minnetonka East Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Minnetonka East Middle School is 0.35, 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
#112 out of 1734 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
3%
12%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minnetonka East Middle School's ranking?
Minnetonka East Middle School is ranked #112 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Minnetonka East Middle School?
1,239 students attend Minnetonka East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Minnetonka East Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 14:1.
What grades does Minnetonka East Middle School offer ?
Minnetonka East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
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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