Serving 1,037 students in grades 6-8, Ordean East Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (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 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,037 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ordean East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ordean East Middle School's student population of 1,037 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 62% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,037 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ordean East Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ordean East Middle School is 0.24, 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
#470 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ordean East Middle School's ranking?
Ordean East Middle School is ranked #470 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Ordean East Middle School often compared to?
Ordean East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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 Ordean East Middle School?
1,037 students attend Ordean East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ordean East Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ordean East Middle School?
Ordean East Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ordean East Middle School offer ?
Ordean East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ordean East Middle School part of?
Ordean East Middle School is part of Duluth Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Ordean East Middle School located?
Ordean East Middle School is located in the Congdon Park neighborhood of Duluth, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Congdon Park.
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