Serving 950 students in grades 5-8, St. Michael-albertville Middle East 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 60% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
St. Michael-albertville Middle East's student population of 950 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
950 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
St. Michael-albertville Middle East 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 St. Michael-albertville Middle East is 0.35, 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
#244 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
3%
7%

Hispanic
6%
12%

Black
7%
12%

White
80%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Michael-albertville Middle East's ranking?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East is ranked #244 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are St. Michael-albertville Middle East often compared to?
St. Michael-albertville Middle Eastis often viewed alongside schools like St. Michael-albertville Middle West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle East?
950 students attend St. Michael-albertville Middle East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of St. Michael-albertville Middle East students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of St. Michael-albertville Middle East?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does St. Michael-albertville Middle East offer ?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is St. Michael-albertville Middle East part of?
St. Michael-albertville Middle East is part of St. Michael-Albertville Schools School District.
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