Serving 866 students in grades 6-8, South Junior High 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 23% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower 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 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 866 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
South Junior High School's student population of 866 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
866 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
South Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Junior High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1442 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)23%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
42%
12%
White
40%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Junior High School's ranking?
South Junior High School is ranked #1442 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are South Junior High School often compared to?
South Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocori Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend South Junior High School?
866 students attend South Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of South Junior High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Junior High School?
South Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Junior High School offer ?
South Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Junior High School part of?
South Junior High School is part of St. Cloud Public School District.
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