Serving 320 students in grades 6-8, Anwatin 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 18% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 82% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anwatin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anwatin Middle School's student population of 320 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anwatin 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 Anwatin Middle School is 0.70, 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
#1686 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
3%
2%
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
49%
12%
White
18%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anwatin Middle School's ranking?
Anwatin Middle School is ranked #1686 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Anwatin Middle School often compared to?
Anwatin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Justice Page Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Anwatin Middle School?
320 students attend Anwatin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Anwatin Middle School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anwatin Middle School?
Anwatin Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Anwatin Middle School offer ?
Anwatin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Anwatin Middle School part of?
Anwatin Middle School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Anwatin Middle School located?
Anwatin Middle School is located in the Calhoun Isles neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 3 other public schools located in Calhoun Isles.
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