Serving 885 students in grades 6-8, Waconia Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 885 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clearwater Middle's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Waconia, MN, encompassing approximately 100.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waconia Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Waconia Middle School's student population of 885 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
885 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waconia Middle School 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 Waconia Middle School is 0.26, 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
#257 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waconia Middle School's ranking?
Waconia Middle School is ranked #257 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Waconia Middle School often compared to?
Waconia Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southview Elementary School, Waconia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Waconia Middle School?
885 students attend Waconia Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Waconia Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waconia Middle School?
Waconia Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Waconia Middle School offer ?
Waconia Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Waconia Middle School part of?
Waconia Middle School is part of Waconia Public School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a very nice school, a place where they take care of bullying, teachers teach a lot to kids to get ready for the tests,and they treat the kids respectivly
5 10/10/2025
I love all the things that you do for me and my child. It has been helping her so much. Thank You!!!!
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