Serving 567 students in grades 6-8, Robbinsdale 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 12% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robbinsdale Middle serves the northeast part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robbinsdale Middle School's student population of 567 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe. Belong. Become.
School Rankings
Robbinsdale 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 Robbinsdale Middle School is 0.77, 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
#1617 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
21%
12%
Black
37%
12%
White
16%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robbinsdale Middle School's ranking?
Robbinsdale Middle School is ranked #1617 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Robbinsdale Middle School often compared to?
Robbinsdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Robbinsdale Middle School?
567 students attend Robbinsdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Robbinsdale Middle School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robbinsdale Middle School?
Robbinsdale Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robbinsdale Middle School offer ?
Robbinsdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robbinsdale Middle School part of?
Robbinsdale Middle School is part of Robbinsdale Public School District.
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