Serving 895 students in grades 6-8, Stillwater Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 895 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stillwater Middle School's student population of 895 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
895 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stillwater Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stillwater Middle School is 0.29, 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
#383 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
3%
12%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stillwater Middle School's ranking?
Stillwater Middle School is ranked #383 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Stillwater Middle School?
895 students attend Stillwater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Stillwater Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stillwater Middle School?
Stillwater Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Stillwater Middle School offer ?
Stillwater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Stillwater Middle School part of?
Stillwater Middle School is part of Stillwater Area Public Schools School District.
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