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Maple Grove Middle School

Middle School · OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

7000 HEMLOCK LN, Maple Grove, MN 55369

Enrollment

1,568

Student-Teacher

20.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,053 of 1,992

In Maple Grove

#12 of 14

public schools

In district

#12 of 30

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Maple Grove Middle School

6.1/10

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

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About Maple Grove Middle School

Maple Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Maple Grove, MN, part of OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Maple Grove Middle School serves approximately 1,568 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Maple Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,053 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Maple Grove Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Maple Grove Middle School runs 20.4:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,345
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Maple Grove Middle School — Students at Maple Grove Middle School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 57.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.6% (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
60%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
54%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Maple Grove Middle School Compares

See how Maple Grove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
47th percentile in MN
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

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

7000 HEMLOCK LN, Maple Grove, MN 55369

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maple Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Osseo Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Osseo), with a very similar rating. Another option is Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic (rated 5.8/10, 3.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, 279Online Learning Program 6-8 (rated 4.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Maple Grove, see our Maple Grove schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CEDAR ISLAND ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 0.3 mi 6.8
OAK VIEW ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 0.5 mi 7.5
School #533 Maple Grove 1.2 mi
MARANATHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn Park 1.5 mi 6.0
ALC SENIOR HIGH Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 5.3
279Online Learning Program K-5 Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 5.9
279Online Learning Program 6-8 Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 4.2
279Online Learning Program 9-12 Brooklyn Park 1.9 mi 5.0
RICE LAKE ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.7 mi 6.3
MEADOW LAKE ELEMENTARY New Hope 2.2 mi 6.0
OSSEO SENIOR HIGH Osseo 2.9 mi 5.6
Osseo Middle School Osseo 3.0 mi 5.8
Parnassus Prep Sch-Grammar Maple Grove 3.2 mi 6.6
Parnassus Prep School-Rhetoric Maple Grove 3.2 mi 7.4
Parnassus Preparatory School-Logic Maple Grove 3.2 mi 5.8
ZACHARY LANE ELEMENTARY Plymouth 3.3 mi 6.3
BASSWOOD ELEMENTARY Maple Grove 2.4 mi 8.3
North Education Center Academy New Hope 2.8 mi 5.9
Osseo Education Center Osseo 3.2 mi 5.7
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Brooklyn Park 3.3 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55369 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,541

Median Home Value

$356,800

Median Rent

$1,792/mo

Population

38,711

College Educated

51.3%

Homeownership

78.7%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

40.5

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CENTENNIAL MIDDLE Lino Lakes, MN 6.1
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HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hastings, MN 6.3
LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury, MN 6.3
SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE Apple Valley, MN 6.3
CENTRAL MIDDLE White Bear Lake, MN 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maple Grove Middle School

What grades does Maple Grove Middle School serve?

Maple Grove Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Maple Grove Middle School?

Maple Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,568 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maple Grove Middle School is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maple Grove Middle School rank in MN?

Maple Grove Middle School ranks #1,053 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Maple Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maple Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Maple Grove Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maple Grove Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maple Grove Middle School a charter school?

No, Maple Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maple Grove Middle School a Title I school?

No, Maple Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Maple Grove Middle School?

32.0% of students at Maple Grove 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,568
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

OSSEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
20,776
Schools in District
34
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,345
District Rank
#12 of 30

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