Paynesville 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 25-29% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 35-39% (which was lower than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (20-21)
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
2%
Asian
(20-21)n/a
7%
Hispanic
(20-21)5%
10%
Black
(20-21)n/a
11%
White
(20-21)94%
64%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)1%
6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
15%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Paynesville Middle School?
205 students attend Paynesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Paynesville Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Paynesville Middle School offer ?
Paynesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Paynesville Middle School part of?
Paynesville Middle School is part of Paynesville Public School District.
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