Serving 680 students in grades 5-8, Hermantown Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 680 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hermantown Middle School's student population of 680 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
680 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermantown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hermantown Middle School is 0.17, 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
#568 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
2%
12%
White
91%
62%
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
16%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermantown Middle School's ranking?
Hermantown Middle School is ranked #568 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Hermantown Middle School often compared to?
Hermantown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A.i. Jedlicka Middle School, South Ridge Secondary 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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Hermantown Middle School?
680 students attend Hermantown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hermantown Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermantown Middle School?
Hermantown Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hermantown Middle School offer ?
Hermantown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Hermantown Middle School part of?
Hermantown Middle School is part of Hermantown Community Schools School District.
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