Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Red Lake 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 is ≤1% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Red Lake Middle School's student population of 278 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Red Lake Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Lake Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1852 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
98%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
2%
12%
Black
n/a
12%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Lake Middle School's ranking?
Red Lake Middle School is ranked #1852 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?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Red Lake Middle School?
278 students attend Red Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Red Lake Middle School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Lake Middle School?
Red Lake Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Red Lake Middle School offer ?
Red Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Red Lake Middle School part of?
Red Lake Middle School is part of Red Lake Public School District.
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