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Below Average

#1630 of 1,992 schools in MN

John Glenn Middle

Middle School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

1560 E COUNTY RD B, Maplewood, MN 55109

Enrollment

1,047

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,630 of 1,992

In Maplewood

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#11 of 15

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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John Glenn Middle

4.9/10

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

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4.1/10

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About John Glenn Middle

John Glenn Middle is a public middle school in Maplewood, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. John Glenn Middle serves approximately 1,047 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

John Glenn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,630 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for John Glenn Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,478
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

John Glenn Middle — Students at John Glenn Middle score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.0% (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
53%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
40%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
43%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
23%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How John Glenn Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.9/10
18th percentile in MN
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
69 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1560 E COUNTY RD B, Maplewood, MN 55109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John Glenn Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION OF MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maplewood, see our Maplewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
WEAVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood 0.4 mi 4.1
PRESENTATION OF MARY SCHOOL Maplewood 0.9 mi 7.5
FROST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.1 mi 3.8
Early Ed Frost Lake Saint Paul 1.1 mi
MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.2 mi 8.4
Harmony Learning Center Maplewood 1.4 mi 5.6
Fairview Adolescent Education Progr Maplewood 1.6 mi
THE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Saint Paul 1.7 mi 4.7
Early Education Heights Comm Saint Paul 1.7 mi
PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood 1.8 mi
CORNERSTONE MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY Saint Paul 2.1 mi 8.8
HAZEL PARK PREPARATORY ACADEMY Saint Paul 2.1 mi 5.4
Academia Cesar Chavez Chtr School Saint Paul 2.4 mi 3.0
L'Etoile du Nord French Immersion Saint Paul 2.4 mi 6.6
Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood 1.8 mi 6.7
NORTH SENIOR HIGH North Saint Paul 1.8 mi 6.1
RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul 2.0 mi 3.5
NOKOMIS MONTESSORI NORTH CAMPUS Saint Paul 2.5 mi 3.8
FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE LOWER Saint Paul 2.3 mi 4.2
622 ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL North Saint Paul 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,759

Median Home Value

$291,200

Median Rent

$1,316/mo

Population

34,266

College Educated

30.7%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

36.8

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FRIDLEY MIDDLE Fridley, MN 4.9
COTTAGE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cottage Grove, MN 5.0
Eagle Ridge Middle School Savage, MN 5.0
PLYMOUTH MIDDLE Plymouth, MN 5.0
ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington, MN 5.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John Glenn Middle

What grades does John Glenn Middle serve?

John Glenn Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John Glenn Middle?

John Glenn Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,047 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Glenn Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at John Glenn Middle is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John Glenn Middle rank in MN?

John Glenn Middle ranks #1,630 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is John Glenn Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

John Glenn Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 John Glenn Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John Glenn Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John Glenn Middle a charter school?

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

Is John Glenn Middle a Title I school?

No, John Glenn Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

74.2% of students at John Glenn 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
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,047
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
69
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ramsey County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
District Enrollment
10,633
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,478
District Rank
#11 of 15

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