Serving 701 students in grades 6-8, North Junior High 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 20% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Junior High School's student population of 701 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Junior High 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 Junior High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1489 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
39%
12%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 North Junior High School's ranking?
North Junior High School is ranked #1489 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are North Junior High School often compared to?
North Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sartell Middle School, Robert J. Elkington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Junior High School?
701 students attend North Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Junior High School students are Black, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Junior High School?
North Junior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Junior High School offer ?
North Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Junior High School part of?
North Junior High School is part of St. Cloud Public School District.
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