Serving 84 students in grades 6-8, Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority 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: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S's student population of 84 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S 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 Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S is 0.12, 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
#1255 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
42:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S's ranking?
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S is ranked #1255 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S?
84 students attend Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S?
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S offer ?
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S part of?
Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S is part of Granada Huntley East Chain School District.
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