Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Sanford Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sanford Middle School's student population of 738 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sanford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanford Middle School is 0.64, which is more 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
#911 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
9%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
10%
11%
Black
14%
12%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanford Middle School's ranking?
Sanford Middle School is ranked #911 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sanford Middle School often compared to?
Sanford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dowling Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sanford Middle School?
738 students attend Sanford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sanford Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sanford Middle School?
Sanford Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sanford Middle School offer ?
Sanford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sanford Middle School part of?
Sanford Middle School is part of Minneapolis Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Sanford Middle School located?
Sanford Middle School is located in the Howe neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 2 other public schools located in Howe.
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