Serving 174 students in grades 5-8, Mmsa 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 was 6-9% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 25-29% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1749 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
95%
12%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mmsa Middle School's ranking?
Mmsa Middle School is ranked #1749 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mmsa Middle School?
174 students attend Mmsa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Mmsa Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mmsa Middle School?
Mmsa Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mmsa Middle School offer ?
Mmsa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Mmsa Middle School part of?
Mmsa Middle School is part of Minnesota Math And Science Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Mmsa Middle School located?
Mmsa Middle School is located in the North End neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN. There are 10 other public schools located in North End.
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