Gfw Middle School serves 175 students in grades 5-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gfw Middle School's student population of 175 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gfw Middle School is 0.35, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
20%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gfw Middle School?
175 students attend Gfw Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Gfw Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gfw Middle School?
Gfw Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gfw Middle School offer ?
Gfw Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Gfw Middle School part of?
Gfw Middle School is part of Gfw School District.
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