Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Vandenberge 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vandenberge Middle School serves the northwest part of Elk River, MN, encompassing an area of approximately 35.1 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandenberge Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
557 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vandenberge 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 Vandenberge Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1031 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
13:1
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
7%
12%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandenberge Middle School's ranking?
Vandenberge Middle School is ranked #1031 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Vandenberge Middle School often compared to?
Vandenberge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Vandenberge Middle School?
557 students attend Vandenberge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Vandenberge Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandenberge Middle School?
Vandenberge Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vandenberge Middle School offer ?
Vandenberge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vandenberge Middle School part of?
Vandenberge Middle School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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