Big 9 Online Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big 9 Online Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (22-23)
17 students

Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers

School Rankings
Big 9 Online Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
6%
11%

Black
18%
12%

White
53%
62%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
6%


Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big 9 Online Middle School's ranking?
Big 9 Online Middle School is ranked #695 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Big 9 Online Middle School?
17 students attend Big 9 Online Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Big 9 Online Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Big 9 Online Middle School offer ?
Big 9 Online Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Big 9 Online Middle School part of?
Big 9 Online Middle School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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