Below Average
#1759 of 1,992 schools in MN
Kellogg Middle
Middle School · ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
503 17TH ST NE, Rochester, MN 55906
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher
18.2:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,759 of 1,992
In Rochester
#30 of 38
public schools
In district
#27 of 34
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Kellogg Middle
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About Kellogg Middle
Kellogg Middle is a public middle school in Rochester, MN, part of ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Kellogg Middle serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kellogg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,759 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Kellogg Middle show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Kellogg Middle 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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Kellogg Middle — Students at Kellogg Middle score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43%
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: 4.3/10.
How Kellogg Middle Compares
See how Kellogg Middle 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
503 17TH ST NE, Rochester, MN 55906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kellogg Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST PIUS X SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rochester, see our Rochester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHURCHILL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| HOOVER ELEMENTARY Rochester | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Early Childhood Assessment Rochester | 0.8 mi | — |
| ECSE Community Rochester | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hoover Early Learning School Rochester | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LEAP Launching Emerging Adults Prg Rochester | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Rochester | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| RIVERSIDE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Washington District-Wide Elementary Rochester | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ROCHESTER CENTRAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL Rochester | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ROCHESTER ARTS & SCIENCES ACADEMY Rochester | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Project Search Mayo Clinic Rochester | 1.9 mi | — |
| JOHN MARSHALL SENIOR HIGH Rochester | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Southeast Regional Crisis Center Rochester | 1.8 mi | — |
| ELTON HILLS ELEMENTARY Rochester | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CENTURY SENIOR HIGH Rochester | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| ROCHESTER ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rochester | 1.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln K-8 District-Wide School Rochester | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,146
Median Home Value
$350,000
Median Rent
$1,152/mo
Population
20,080
College Educated
53.3%
Homeownership
75.3%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
42
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| COLUMBIA ACADEMY Columbia Heights, MN | 4.6 |
| ELLIS MIDDLE Austin, MN | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kellogg Middle
What grades does Kellogg Middle serve?
Kellogg Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Kellogg Middle?
Kellogg Middle has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kellogg Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Kellogg Middle is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kellogg Middle rank in MN?
Kellogg Middle ranks #1,759 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Kellogg Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Kellogg Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Kellogg Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kellogg Middle has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kellogg Middle a charter school?
No, Kellogg Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kellogg Middle a Title I school?
No, Kellogg Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kellogg Middle?
43.0% of students at Kellogg 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 781
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Olmsted County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (507) 328-5800
Resources & Links
District
ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 17,342
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,804
- District Rank
- #27 of 34
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