Serving 926 students in grades 6-8, New Prague Middle 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 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Prague Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district and encompasses approximately 157 square miles in New Prague, MN. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the edge of the zone, extending up to 12.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prague Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
New Prague Middle School's student population of 926 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
926 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
New Prague 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 Prague Middle School is 0.17, 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
#271 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 Prague Middle School's ranking?
New Prague Middle School is ranked #271 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are New Prague Middle School often compared to?
New Prague Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jordan Middle School, Oak Crest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend New Prague Middle School?
926 students attend New Prague Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of New Prague Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Prague Middle School?
New Prague Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does New Prague Middle School offer ?
New Prague Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prague Middle School part of?
New Prague Middle School is part of New Prague Area Schools.
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