Intermediate School District 287
School District · Plymouth, Minnesota
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
15
8 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$100,174
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
15
8 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$100,174
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.9:1
How this district compares
Minnesota rank
#150 of 386
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Minnesota avg
Per-pupil spending
$100,174
+$85,566 vs Minnesota median
District size
858 students
Typical than Minnesota median
About Intermediate School District 287
Intermediate School District 287 is a Plymouth, Minnesota school district serving 15 schools. The district educates 858 students with a student-teacher ratio of 3.9:1. The district invests $100,174 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Intermediate School District 287 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Education Center Alternative, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, Intermediate School District 287 students show an average math proficiency of 21.7% and ELA proficiency of 31.4%.
The district includes 8 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Intermediate School District 287, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Intermediate School District 287 with test data.
Schools in Intermediate School District 287
15 schools High Schools 8
Other Schools 7
District Details
- State
- Minnesota
- City
- Plymouth
- Total Enrollment
- 858
- Teachers (FTE)
- 222
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Intermediate School District 287?
Intermediate School District 287 has 15 schools in total — 8 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Intermediate School District 287?
The average composite rating for Intermediate School District 287 is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Intermediate School District 287?
Intermediate School District 287 spends $100,174 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Intermediate School District 287?
The average student-teacher ratio in Intermediate School District 287 is 3.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Intermediate School District 287?
West Education Center Alternative is the highest-rated school in Intermediate School District 287 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in Intermediate School District 287?
Across schools in Intermediate School District 287 with test data, the average math proficiency is 21.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 31.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Intermediate School District 287 compare to other districts in Minnesota?
Intermediate School District 287 has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 15 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Minnesota by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 21.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 31.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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- Southwest Metro Intermediate 288 (17)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Minnesota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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