Serving 364 students in grades 5-8, St. Croix Prep Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Croix Prep Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Croix Prep Middle School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
St. Croix Prep Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Croix Prep Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#44 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Croix Prep Middle School's ranking?
St. Croix Prep Middle School is ranked #44 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Croix Prep Middle School?
364 students attend St. Croix Prep Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of St. Croix Prep Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Croix Prep Middle School?
St. Croix Prep Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does St. Croix Prep Middle School offer ?
St. Croix Prep Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is St. Croix Prep Middle School part of?
St. Croix Prep Middle School is part of St. Croix Preparatory Academy School District.
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