Serving 519 students in grades 6-8, Chaska Middle School East ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaska Middle School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chaska Middle School East's student population of 519 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chaska Middle School East ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chaska Middle School East is 0.31, which is less 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
#367 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
4%
12%
White
83%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaska Middle School East's ranking?
Chaska Middle School East is ranked #367 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chaska Middle School East often compared to?
Chaska Middle School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Chaska Middle School West, Pioneer Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chaska Middle School East?
519 students attend Chaska Middle School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Chaska Middle School East students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaska Middle School East?
Chaska Middle School East has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chaska Middle School East offer ?
Chaska Middle School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chaska Middle School East part of?
Chaska Middle School East is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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