Serving 1,342 students in grades 6-8, Wayzata Central Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayzata Central Middle School serves a central area of Minneapolis, MN, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayzata Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wayzata Central Middle School's student population of 1,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wayzata Central Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayzata Central Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#57 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Wayzata Central Middle School's ranking?
Wayzata Central Middle School is ranked #57 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wayzata Central Middle School often compared to?
Wayzata Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata West Middle School, Wayzata East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Wayzata Central Middle School?
1,342 students attend Wayzata Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wayzata Central Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayzata Central Middle School?
Wayzata Central Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayzata Central Middle School offer ?
Wayzata Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayzata Central Middle School part of?
Wayzata Central Middle School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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