Maple River West Middle School serves 130 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
130 students

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
2%
12%

Black
n/a
12%

White
98%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Maple River West Middle School?
130 students attend Maple River West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Maple River West Middle School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maple River West Middle School?
Maple River West Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Maple River West Middle School offer ?
Maple River West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maple River West Middle School part of?
Maple River West Middle School is part of Maple River School District.
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