Serving 454 students in grades 5-8, New London-spicer Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for New London-Spicer Middle covers the entire school district in New London, MN, and encompasses approximately 166.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New London-spicer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New London-spicer Middle School's student population of 454 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
New London-spicer Middle 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 New London-spicer Middle School is 0.20, 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
#340 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 1995–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 New London-spicer Middle School's ranking?
New London-spicer Middle School is ranked #340 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New London-spicer Middle School often compared to?
New London-spicer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willmar Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend New London-spicer Middle School?
454 students attend New London-spicer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of New London-spicer Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New London-spicer Middle School?
New London-spicer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New London-spicer Middle School offer ?
New London-spicer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New London-spicer Middle School part of?
New London-spicer Middle School is part of New London-Spicer School District.
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