Serving 749 students in grades 6-8, Plymouth 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 19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 749 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plymouth Middle School's student population of 749 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
749 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
School Rankings
Plymouth 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 Plymouth Middle School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1321 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
18%
12%
Black
26%
12%
White
42%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth Middle School's ranking?
Plymouth Middle School is ranked #1321 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Plymouth Middle School often compared to?
Plymouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robbinsdale Middle School, Sandburg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Plymouth Middle School?
749 students attend Plymouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Plymouth Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plymouth Middle School?
Plymouth Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Plymouth Middle School offer ?
Plymouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plymouth Middle School part of?
Plymouth Middle School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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