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Levi P. Dodge Middle School

Middle School · FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

4200 208TH ST W, Farmington, MN 55024

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,380 of 1,992

In Farmington

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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Levi P. Dodge Middle School

5.5/10

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

Riverview Elementary

4.8/10

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8.5/10

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About Levi P. Dodge Middle School

Levi P. Dodge Middle School is a public middle school in Farmington, MN, part of FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Levi P.

Dodge Middle School serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Levi P. Dodge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,380 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Levi P. Dodge Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,007
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Levi P. Dodge Middle School — Students at Levi P. Dodge Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (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
70%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
39%
ELA
50%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Levi P. Dodge Middle School Compares

See how Levi P. Dodge Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MN
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

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

4200 208TH ST W, Farmington, MN 55024

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Levi P. Dodge Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MCGUIRE MIDDLE (rated 6.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
RIVERVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 0.2 mi 4.8
Great Oaks Academy - Grammar Farmington 0.3 mi 8.5
ROBERT BOECKMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Farmington 0.8 mi 5.0
FARMINGTON ELEMENTARY Farmington 0.9 mi 4.3
AKIN ROAD ELEMENTARY Farmington 1.9 mi 5.7
MEADOWVIEW ELEMENTARY Farmington 2.4 mi 6.2
FARMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Farmington 2.8 mi 5.0
NORTH TRAIL ELEMENTARY Farmington 4.1 mi 6.3
East Lake Elementary School Rosemount 4.8 mi 5.6
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE ACADEMY Lakeville 4.6 mi 8.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF APPLE VALLEY Saint Paul 5.6 mi
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY Rosemount 5.3 mi 5.6
KENNEDY ELEMENTARY Lakeville 4.4 mi 5.7
TRANSITION PLUS Apple Valley 6.2 mi 4.8
COOPERATIVE AREA LEARNING PRG. Rosemount 6.2 mi
MCGUIRE MIDDLE Lakeville 4.6 mi 6.2
917 TEA Apple Valley 6.2 mi 4.8
DIAMOND PATH EL SCH OF INTL STUDIES Apple Valley 6.5 mi 7.2
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Rosemount 6.5 mi 7.0
DAKOTA RIDGE SCHOOL Apple Valley 6.6 mi 4.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55024 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,582

Median Home Value

$350,500

Median Rent

$1,427/mo

Population

36,681

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

88.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Levi P. Dodge Middle School

What grades does Levi P. Dodge Middle School serve?

Levi P. Dodge Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Levi P. Dodge Middle School?

Levi P. Dodge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Levi P. Dodge Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Levi P. Dodge Middle School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Levi P. Dodge Middle School rank in MN?

Levi P. Dodge Middle School ranks #1,380 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Levi P. Dodge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Levi P. Dodge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Levi P. Dodge Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Levi P. Dodge Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Levi P. Dodge Middle School a charter school?

No, Levi P. Dodge Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Levi P. Dodge Middle School a Title I school?

No, Levi P. Dodge Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Levi P. Dodge Middle School?

27.8% of students at Levi P. Dodge 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dakota County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

District

FARMINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,630
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,007
District Rank
#4 of 8

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