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#1329 of 1,992 schools in MN
Laporte Middle School
Middle School · Laporte Public School District
315 MAIN ST W, Laporte, MN 56461
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
82
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,329 of 1,992
In Laporte
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Laporte Public School District
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Laporte Middle School
Laporte Middle School is a public middle school in Laporte, MN, part of Laporte Public School District. Laporte Middle School serves approximately 82 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Laporte Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,329 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Laporte Middle School show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 82 students, Laporte Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Laporte 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.
Laporte Middle School runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Laporte Middle School — Students at Laporte Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Laporte Middle School Compares
See how Laporte Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
315 MAIN ST W, Laporte, MN 56461
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Laporte Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEVIS ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Nevis), which scores notably higher. Another option is NEVIS SECONDARY (rated 7.8/10, 17.5 miles away, in nearby Nevis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY (rated 7.0/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Cass Lake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Laporte, see our Laporte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAPORTE ELEMENTARY Laporte | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LAPORTE SECONDARY Laporte | 0.0 mi | 4.4 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA SECONDARY Cass Lake | 12.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cass Lake | 12.1 mi | 4.6 |
| WALKER-HACKENSACK-AKELEY SEC. Walker | 11.5 mi | 7.0 |
| W.H.A. ELEMENTARY Walker | 11.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA AREA LRNG. CNTR. Cass Lake | 13.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CASS LAKE-BENA ELEMENTARY Cass Lake | 13.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HORACE MAY ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 15.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Up North Learning Center Walker | 13.2 mi | — |
| NEVIS ELEMENTARY Nevis | 17.5 mi | 8.0 |
| NEVIS SECONDARY Nevis | 17.5 mi | 7.8 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 18.0 mi | 7.0 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Walker | 15.4 mi | — |
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 19.0 mi | — |
| ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL Bemidji | 19.1 mi | 4.8 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji | 19.1 mi | — |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 19.8 mi | 4.6 |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji | 19.6 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji | 19.2 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56461 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,692
Median Home Value
$240,900
Median Rent
$983/mo
Population
3,316
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
93.7%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
42.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avalon Middle School Saint Paul, MN | 5.5 |
| COOK COUNTY MIDDLE Grand Marais, MN | 5.7 |
| MARTIN COUNTY WEST JUNIOR HIGH Sherburn, MN | 5.7 |
| Hill City Middle School Hill City, MN | 5.3 |
| BRECKENRIDGE MIDDLE Breckenridge, MN | 5.9 |
| Granada Huntley East Chain Middle S Granada, MN | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laporte Middle School
What grades does Laporte Middle School serve?
Laporte Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Laporte Middle School?
Laporte Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 82 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Laporte Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Laporte Middle School is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Laporte Middle School rank in MN?
Laporte Middle School ranks #1,329 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Laporte Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Laporte Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Laporte Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Laporte Middle School has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Laporte Middle School a charter school?
No, Laporte Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Laporte Middle School a Title I school?
No, Laporte Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Laporte Middle School?
61.0% of students at Laporte 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 82
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Hubbard County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.7%
- Phone
- (218) 224-2288
Resources & Links
District
Laporte Public School District- District Enrollment
- 367
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,876
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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