Below Average
#1653 of 1,992 schools in MN
Brooklyn Center Middle School
Middle School · Brooklyn Center Community Schools
6500 HUMBOLDT AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
17.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,653 of 1,992
In Brooklyn Center
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Brooklyn Center Community Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Brooklyn Center Middle School
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About Brooklyn Center Middle School
Brooklyn Center Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn Center, MN, part of Brooklyn Center Community Schools. Brooklyn Center Middle School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Center Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,653 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Center Middle School show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Brooklyn Center Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
61% of students at Brooklyn Center Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Center Middle School — Students at Brooklyn Center Middle School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Brooklyn Center Middle School Compares
See how Brooklyn Center Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
6500 HUMBOLDT AVE N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Center Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. OLSON MIDDLE (rated 3.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), with a comparable rating. Additionally, KIPP North Star Academy (rated 3.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn Center, see our Brooklyn Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Center High School Brooklyn Center | 0.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Evergreen Park Elementary-STEM Brooklyn Center | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Brooklyn Center Elementary School Brooklyn Center | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Early Childhood Special Education ( Brooklyn Center | 0.8 mi | — |
| Brooklyn Center ECSE Age 3 - 5 Brooklyn Center | 0.8 mi | — |
| Spero Academy Brooklyn Park Brooklyn Park | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| INSIGHT SCHOOL OF MINNESOTA Brooklyn Center | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Brooklyn Center Early College Acad Brooklyn Center | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Monroe Elementary School - MSE Brooklyn Park | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| STEVENSON ELEMENTARY Fridley | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| OLSON MIDDLE Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Jenny Lind Elementary Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| KIPP North Star Academy Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| KIPP North Star Primary Minneapolis | 1.9 mi | 2.5 |
| GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Progeny Academy Charter School Brooklyn Center | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PALMER LAKE ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Park | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHPORT ELEMENTARY Brooklyn Center | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| New Millennium Academy Charter Brooklyn Center | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| ST ALPHONSUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Center | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,385
Median Home Value
$243,800
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
22,569
College Educated
28.8%
Homeownership
67.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
34.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska, MN | 4.8 |
| LA CRESCENT-HOKAH MIDDLE SCHOOL La Crescent, MN | 4.7 |
| A.I. JEDLICKA MIDDLE SCHOOL Proctor, MN | 4.9 |
| Global Arts Plus Upper Saint Paul, MN | 4.9 |
| North View Middle School Brooklyn Park, MN | 4.9 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cass Lake, MN | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Center Middle School
What grades does Brooklyn Center Middle School serve?
Brooklyn Center Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Center Middle School?
Brooklyn Center Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Center Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Center Middle School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Center Middle School rank in MN?
Brooklyn Center Middle School ranks #1,653 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Brooklyn Center Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Center Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooklyn Center Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Center Middle School has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Brooklyn Center Middle School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Center Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Center Middle School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Center Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Center Middle School?
81.8% of students at Brooklyn Center Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (763) 561-2120
Resources & Links
District
Brooklyn Center Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,099
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,801
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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