Serving 582 students in grades 6-8, Chaska Middle School West 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 48% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chaska Middle School West's student population of 582 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chaska Middle School West 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 Chaska Middle School West is 0.42, 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
#556 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
13%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaska Middle School West's ranking?
Chaska Middle School West is ranked #556 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Chaska Middle School West often compared to?
Chaska Middle School Westis often viewed alongside schools like Chaska Middle School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Chaska Middle School West?
582 students attend Chaska Middle School West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Chaska Middle School West students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaska Middle School West?
Chaska Middle School West has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chaska Middle School West offer ?
Chaska Middle School West offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chaska Middle School West part of?
Chaska Middle School West is part of Eastern Carver County Public School District.
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