Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Wayzata East Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wayzata East 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
Wayzata East Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wayzata East Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayzata East Middle School is 0.56, 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
#33 out of 1734 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
7%
12%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Wayzata East Middle School's ranking?
Wayzata East Middle School is ranked #33 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Wayzata East Middle School often compared to?
Wayzata East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wayzata West Middle School, Wayzata Central 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 45% MN state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Wayzata East Middle School?
620 students attend Wayzata East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wayzata East Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wayzata East Middle School?
Wayzata East Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wayzata East Middle School offer ?
Wayzata East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wayzata East Middle School part of?
Wayzata East Middle School is part of Wayzata Public School District.
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