Serving 872 students in grades 6-8, Andersen 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 19% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 872 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andersen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Andersen Middle School's student population of 872 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
872 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Andersen Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andersen Middle School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1615 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
4%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
47%
11%
Black
19%
12%
White
24%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andersen Middle School's ranking?
Andersen Middle School is ranked #1615 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Andersen Middle School?
872 students attend Andersen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Andersen Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Andersen Middle School?
Andersen Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Andersen Middle School offer ?
Andersen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Andersen Middle School part of?
Andersen Middle School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Andersen Middle School located?
Andersen Middle School is located in the Midtown Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown Phillips.
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