Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Detroit Lakes 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 33% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 615 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detroit Lakes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Detroit Lakes Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
615 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1017 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
20%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Detroit Lakes Middle School's ranking?
Detroit Lakes Middle School is ranked #1017 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Detroit Lakes Middle School?
615 students attend Detroit Lakes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Detroit Lakes Middle School students are White, 20% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detroit Lakes Middle School?
Detroit Lakes Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Detroit Lakes Middle School offer ?
Detroit Lakes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Detroit Lakes Middle School part of?
Detroit Lakes Middle School is part of Detroit Lakes Public School District.
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