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Community Middle

Middle School · Little Falls Community Schools

1000 1ST AVE NE, Little Falls, MN 56345

Enrollment

496

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,691 of 1,992

In Little Falls

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Little Falls Community Schools

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Community Middle

4.7/10

Middle School in Little Falls · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lindbergh Elementary

6.2/10

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5.6/10

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About Community Middle

Community Middle is a public middle school in Little Falls, MN, part of Little Falls Community Schools. Community Middle serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Community Middle show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below MN schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.94 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,236
Chronic Absenteeism26.4%

Community Middle — Students at Community Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.

How Community Middle Compares

See how Community Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
15th percentile in MN
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

Location

1000 1ST AVE NE, Little Falls, MN 56345

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Community Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. PIONEER ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Pierz), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Royalton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROYALTON ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Royalton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Little Falls, see our Little Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
LINDBERGH ELEMENTARY Little Falls 0.1 mi 6.2
LITTLE FALLS SENIOR HIGH Little Falls 0.2 mi 5.6
SUN Program Little Falls 1.2 mi
MID STATE ED DIST STEPS TRANS. PROG Little Falls 1.2 mi
WIN-Elementary School Little Falls 1.2 mi
WIN-High School Little Falls 1.2 mi
MSED Birth to 3 Little Falls 1.2 mi
WIN-Middle School Little Falls 1.2 mi
LITTLE FALLS CONTINUING EDUCATION Little Falls 1.8 mi 5.2
MARY OF LOURDES SCHOOL Little Falls 1.3 mi 5.7
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Little Falls 1.5 mi 3.9
ROYALTON ELEMENTARY Royalton 10.2 mi 7.4
ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL Royalton 10.6 mi 8.2
ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Royalton 10.6 mi 5.6
Royalton Public Schools Early Child Royalton 10.6 mi
KNIGHT ELEMENTARY Randall 10.6 mi 5.2
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pierz 11.8 mi 5.3
HEALY SECONDARY Pierz 12.0 mi 6.4
PIONEER ELEMENTARY Pierz 12.0 mi 8.8
RICE ELEMENTARY Rice 16.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,399

Median Home Value

$227,800

Median Rent

$751/mo

Population

15,105

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

76.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.3%

Median Age

42.6

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BATTLE CREEK MIDDLE Saint Paul, MN 4.7
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PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska, MN 4.8
CASS LAKE-BENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cass Lake, MN 4.6
Twin Bluff School Red Wing, MN 4.6
VANDENBERGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Elk River, MN 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Community Middle

What grades does Community Middle serve?

Community Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Community Middle?

Community Middle has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Community Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Community Middle is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Community Middle rank in MN?

Community Middle ranks #1,691 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Community Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Community Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Community Middle has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Community Middle a charter school?

No, Community Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Community Middle a Title I school?

No, Community Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Community Middle?

47.4% of students at Community Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Morrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.4%

District

Little Falls Community Schools
District Enrollment
2,376
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,236
District Rank
#5 of 6

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