Serving 959 students in grades 5-8, St. Michael-albertville Middle East ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Michael-albertville Middle East's student population of 959 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
959 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle East ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Michael-albertville Middle East is 0.37, 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
#258 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
8%
12%
White
79%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michael-albertville Middle East's ranking?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East is ranked #258 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Michael-albertville Middle East often compared to?
St. Michael-albertville Middle Eastis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael-albertville Middle West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle East?
959 students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of St. Michael-albertville Middle East students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Michael-albertville Middle East?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Michael-albertville Middle East offer ?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Michael-albertville Middle East part of?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools.
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