Very Good
#347 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 17% in state
Montevideo Middle
Middle School · MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
2001 WILLIAM AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#347 of 1,992
In Montevideo
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Montevideo Middle
Middle School in Montevideo · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montevideo Middle
Montevideo Middle is a public middle school in Montevideo, MN, part of MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Montevideo Middle serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Montevideo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Montevideo Middle show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MN avg 5.8
Score Breakdown
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Montevideo Middle — Students at Montevideo Middle score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.8%
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
→ 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: 8.6/10.
How Montevideo Middle Compares
See how Montevideo Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2001 WILLIAM AVE, Montevideo, MN 56265
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montevideo Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sanford Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Granite Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 22.0 miles away, in nearby Cottonwood), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Montevideo, see our Montevideo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTEVIDEO SENIOR HIGH Montevideo | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Sanford Elementary School Montevideo | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Hawks Nest Early Childhood Center Montevideo | 0.6 mi | — |
| MN River Valley ALC-Seatbased Montevideo | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| SWWC ELC - Montevideo Montevideo | 0.9 mi | — |
| RAMSEY ELEMENTARY Montevideo | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| BERT RANEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Granite Falls | 11.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Yellow Medicine East Secondary Granite Falls | 11.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Cottonwood | 22.0 mi | 8.5 |
| LAKEVIEW SECONDARY Cottonwood | 22.0 mi | 7.7 |
| MACCRAY Secondary Clara City | 16.1 mi | 6.6 |
| MACCRAY Elementary Clara City | 16.1 mi | 7.8 |
| DAWSON-BOYD SECONDARY Dawson | 17.4 mi | 6.6 |
| STEVENS ELEMENTARY Dawson | 17.4 mi | 8.1 |
| LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY SECONDARY Madison | 19.7 mi | 6.8 |
| LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison | 19.7 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY Benson | 26.7 mi | 5.1 |
| BENSON SECONDARY Benson | 26.8 mi | 6.7 |
| BENSON AREA LEARNING CENTER Benson | 26.8 mi | — |
| Heartland Girls Ranch Benson | 27.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56265 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,564
Median Home Value
$159,000
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
7,433
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
17.8 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE Hutchinson, MN | 7.7 |
| LUVERNE MIDDLE Luverne, MN | 7.7 |
| Litchfield Middle School Litchfield, MN | 7.4 |
| Prodeo Columbia Heights Middle Columbia Heights, MN | 7.8 |
| PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE 4-6 Elgin, MN | 7.3 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater, MN | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montevideo Middle
What grades does Montevideo Middle serve?
Montevideo Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Montevideo Middle?
Montevideo Middle has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montevideo Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Montevideo Middle is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montevideo Middle rank in MN?
Montevideo Middle ranks #347 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Montevideo Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Montevideo Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Montevideo Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montevideo Middle has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Montevideo Middle a charter school?
No, Montevideo Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montevideo Middle a Title I school?
No, Montevideo Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montevideo Middle?
61.8% of students at Montevideo 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Chippewa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (320) 269-6431
Resources & Links
District
MONTEVIDEO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,396
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,615
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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