Serving 506 students in grades 6-8, Zimmerman Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zimmerman Middle School's student population of 506 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Zimmerman Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zimmerman Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zimmerman Middle School's ranking?
Zimmerman Middle School is ranked #482 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Zimmerman Middle School?
506 students attend Zimmerman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Zimmerman Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zimmerman Middle School?
Zimmerman Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zimmerman Middle School offer ?
Zimmerman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zimmerman Middle School part of?
Zimmerman Middle School is part of Elk River Public School District.
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