Serving 846 students in grades 6-8, Northfield Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northfield Middle School's student population of 846 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
846 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northfield Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northfield Middle School is 0.35, 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
#356 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
37:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northfield Middle School's ranking?
Northfield Middle School is ranked #356 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northfield Middle School often compared to?
Northfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Faribault Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northfield Middle School?
846 students attend Northfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Northfield Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northfield Middle School?
Northfield Middle School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Northfield Middle School offer ?
Northfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northfield Middle School part of?
Northfield Middle School is part of Northfield Public School District.
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