Serving 965 students in grades 6-8, St. Louis Park 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 29% (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 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Louis Park Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Minneapolis, MN, encompassing approximately 10.5 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.2 miles and the furthest edge located 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
St. Louis Park Middle School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Louis Park 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 St. Louis Park Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1323 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Oriole
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Louis Park Middle School's ranking?
St. Louis Park Middle School is ranked #1323 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Louis Park Middle School often compared to?
St. Louis Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aquila Elementary School, Hopkins North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% 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 St. Louis Park Middle School?
965 students attend St. Louis Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of St. Louis Park Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Louis Park Middle School?
St. Louis Park Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Louis Park Middle School offer ?
St. Louis Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Louis Park Middle School part of?
St. Louis Park Middle School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is St. Louis Park Middle School located?
St. Louis Park Middle School is located in the Willow Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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