Serving 864 students in grades 6-8, Willow Creek 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 16% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 16%
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50% in MN)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Creek Middle serves the southern part of its school district in Rochester, MN, covering an area of approximately 76 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Creek Middle School's student population of 864 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
864 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Willow Creek Middle School is 0.63, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)16%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Asian
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 schools are Willow Creek Middle School often compared to?
Willow Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellogg Middle School, John Adams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Willow Creek Middle School?
864 students attend Willow Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Willow Creek Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Willow Creek Middle School offer ?
Willow Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Creek Middle School part of?
Willow Creek Middle School is part of Rochester Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Willow Creek Middle School located?
Willow Creek Middle School is located in the Meadow Park neighborhood of Rochester, MN. There are 5 other public schools located in Meadow Park.
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