Serving 764 students in grades 6-8, Robert J. Elkington Middle School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Robert J. Elkington Middle School serves the southeast part of Grand Rapids, MN, covering an extensive attendance zone of approximately 740.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 26.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J. Elkington Middle School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Robert J. Elkington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert J. Elkington Middle School is 0.26, 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
#659 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
American Indian
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert J. Elkington Middle School's ranking?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School is ranked #659 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Robert J. Elkington Middle School often compared to?
Robert J. Elkington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Junior High School, Greenway Middle School, Bigfork Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Elkington Middle School?
764 students attend Robert J. Elkington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Robert J. Elkington Middle School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Robert J. Elkington Middle School?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert J. Elkington Middle School offer ?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert J. Elkington Middle School part of?
Robert J. Elkington Middle School is part of Grand Rapids Public School District.
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