Serving 1,076 students in grades 5-8, St. Michael-albertville Middle West ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,076 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Michael-Albertville Middle West serves the northwest part of Albertville, MN, covering an area of approximately 16.6 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 3.3 miles to the nearest zone edge. The furthest point within the attendance zone is about 5.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
St. Michael-albertville Middle West's student population of 1,076 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,076 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle West ranks within the top 30% 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 West is 0.34, 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
#366 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
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 West's ranking?
St. Michael-albertville Middle West is ranked #366 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Michael-albertville Middle West often compared to?
St. Michael-albertville Middle Westis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael-albertville Middle East, Prairie View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle West?
1,076 students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of St. Michael-albertville Middle West students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Michael-albertville Middle West?
St. Michael-albertville Middle West has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Michael-albertville Middle West offer ?
St. Michael-albertville Middle West offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Michael-albertville Middle West part of?
St. Michael-albertville Middle West is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools.
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