Serving 662 students in grades 6-8, Becker Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 662 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Becker Middle School's student population of 662 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
662 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Becker 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 Becker Middle School is 0.15, 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
#558 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
92%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Becker Middle School's ranking?
Becker Middle School is ranked #558 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Becker Middle School often compared to?
Becker Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annandale Middle School, Rocori Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Becker Middle School?
662 students attend Becker Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Becker Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Becker Middle School?
Becker Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Becker Middle School offer ?
Becker Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Becker Middle School part of?
Becker Middle School is part of Becker Public School District.
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