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Gsl Junior High School
Middle School · GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1621 16TH ST E, Glencoe, MN 55336
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
224
Student-Teacher
18.7:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,491 of 1,992
In Glencoe
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Gsl Junior High School
Gsl Junior High School is a public middle school in Glencoe, MN, part of GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Gsl Junior High School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gsl Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,491 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Gsl Junior High School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Gsl Junior High 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.
Score Breakdown
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Gsl Junior High School — Students at Gsl Junior High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.1/10.
How Gsl Junior High School Compares
See how Gsl Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1621 16TH ST E, Glencoe, MN 55336
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gsl Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CENTRAL MIDDLE (rated 6.0/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Norwood Young America), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sibley East Middle School (rated 3.8/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Arlington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Glencoe, see our Glencoe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary Glencoe | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SENIOR HIGH Glencoe | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glencoe | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SWWC Alternative Learning Center - Glencoe | 0.8 mi | — |
| LAKESIDE ELEMENTARY Glencoe | 9.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE ELEMENTARY Lester Prairie | 9.0 mi | 6.2 |
| LESTER PRAIRIE SECONDARY Lester Prairie | 9.0 mi | 6.3 |
| SUNSHINE HOUSE Hamburg | 8.2 mi | — |
| EMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamburg | 8.2 mi | 7.1 |
| GREEN ISLE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Green Isle | 9.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Sibley East Middle School Arlington | 11.8 mi | 3.8 |
| SIBLEY EAST-ARLINGTON SENIOR HIGH Arlington | 11.9 mi | 5.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Arlington | 12.0 mi | 6.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Winsted | 13.9 mi | 6.6 |
| CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Norwood Young America | 10.4 mi | 7.5 |
| WINSTED ELEMENTARY Winsted | 14.0 mi | 5.3 |
| HOWARD LAKE WAVERLY WINSTED ECSE Winsted | 14.0 mi | — |
| CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH Norwood Young America | 10.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CENTRAL MIDDLE Norwood Young America | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Young America | 10.8 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,314
Median Home Value
$235,600
Median Rent
$921/mo
Population
8,266
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.7%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Saint Paul Online Middle School Saint Paul, MN | 5.2 |
| Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 Elk River, MN | 5.2 |
| Franklin Middle Minneapolis, MN | 5.3 |
| RUSHFORD-PETERSON MIDDLE Rushford, MN | 5.0 |
| Seven Hills - Richfield Middle Richfield, MN | 5.5 |
| ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Royalton, MN | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gsl Junior High School
What grades does Gsl Junior High School serve?
Gsl Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Gsl Junior High School?
Gsl Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gsl Junior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gsl Junior High School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gsl Junior High School rank in MN?
Gsl Junior High School ranks #1,491 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Gsl Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gsl Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Gsl Junior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gsl Junior High School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Gsl Junior High School a charter school?
No, Gsl Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gsl Junior High School a Title I school?
No, Gsl Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gsl Junior High School?
37.9% of students at Gsl Junior High 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 224
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- McLeod County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.0%
- Phone
- (320) 864-2456
Resources & Links
District
GLENCOE-SILVER LAKE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,433
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,946
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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