Serving 2,025 students in grades 6-8, Prior Lake-savage Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 2,025 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hidden Oaks Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Prior Lake, MN, covering approximately 49.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prior Lake-savage Middle School's student population of 2,025 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,025 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prior Lake-savage 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 Prior Lake-savage Middle School is 0.43, 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
#399 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
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
3%
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 Prior Lake-savage Middle School's ranking?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School is ranked #399 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Prior Lake-savage Middle School often compared to?
Prior Lake-savage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Academy, Coon Rapids Middle School, Shakopee West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Prior Lake-savage Middle School?
2,025 students attend Prior Lake-savage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Prior Lake-savage Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prior Lake-savage Middle School?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prior Lake-savage Middle School offer ?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prior Lake-savage Middle School part of?
Prior Lake-savage Middle School is part of Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools.
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