Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, North Branch Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Branch Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of North Branch, MN, covering approximately 175.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Branch Area Middle School's student population of 615 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
615 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire Dreams, Build Integrity, Instill Hope
School Rankings
North Branch Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Branch Area Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1244 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branch Area Middle School's ranking?
North Branch Area Middle School is ranked #1244 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Branch Area Middle School?
615 students attend North Branch Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of North Branch Area Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Branch Area Middle School?
North Branch Area Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Branch Area Middle School offer ?
North Branch Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Branch Area Middle School part of?
North Branch Area Middle School is part of North Branch Area School District.
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