Very Good
#319 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 16% in state
New Ulm Middle School
Middle School · NEW ULM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
414 S PAYNE ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
7.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#319 of 1,992
In New Ulm
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
NEW ULM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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New Ulm Middle School
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About New Ulm Middle School
New Ulm Middle School is a public middle school in New Ulm, MN, part of NEW ULM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. New Ulm Middle School serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. New Ulm Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for New Ulm Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- MN avg 5.8
Score Breakdown
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New Ulm Middle School — Students at New Ulm Middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 8.8/10.
How New Ulm Middle School Compares
See how New Ulm Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
414 S PAYNE ST, New Ulm, MN 56073
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Ulm Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is MADELIA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.5/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Madelia), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 17.6 miles away, in nearby Madelia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Ulm, see our New Ulm schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY New Ulm | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Ulm | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| NEW ULM AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS New Ulm | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| RIVER BEND AREA LEARNING CENTER New Ulm | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| RIVER BEND EARLY CHILDHOOD PROG. New Ulm | 0.9 mi | — |
| IMPRINTS PROGRAM New Ulm | 0.9 mi | — |
| W.O.R.K. Program New Ulm | 0.9 mi | — |
| R.I.S.E. Program New Ulm | 0.9 mi | — |
| Raptor Program New Ulm | 0.9 mi | — |
| Washington Learning Center New Ulm | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW ULM HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| MINNESOTA VALLEY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL New Ulm | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| AMAZING GRACE VIRTUAL ACADEMY New Ulm | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| GFW Elementary School Gibbon | 16.2 mi | 6.3 |
| PRAIRIE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gibbon | 16.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Madelia | 17.6 mi | 7.2 |
| MADELIA ELEMENTARY Madelia | 17.6 mi | 7.5 |
| GFW High School Winthrop | 17.2 mi | 7.0 |
| GFW Middle School Winthrop | 17.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL K-12 Sleepy Eye | 12.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56073 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,698
Median Home Value
$207,600
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
17,325
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
77.8%
Avg Commute
14 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
41.4
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|---|---|
| HUTCHINSON MIDDLE Hutchinson, MN | 7.7 |
| WILLMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL Willmar, MN | 7.8 |
| MONTEVIDEO MIDDLE Montevideo, MN | 7.6 |
| ROBERT J. ELKINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Grand Rapids, MN | 7.6 |
| St. Croix Prep Academy Middle Stillwater, MN | 7.9 |
| BIG LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Big Lake, MN | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Ulm Middle School
What grades does New Ulm Middle School serve?
New Ulm Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend New Ulm Middle School?
New Ulm Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Ulm Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at New Ulm Middle School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Ulm Middle School rank in MN?
New Ulm Middle School ranks #319 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is New Ulm Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
New Ulm Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 New Ulm Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Ulm Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is New Ulm Middle School a charter school?
No, New Ulm Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Ulm Middle School a Title I school?
No, New Ulm Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Ulm Middle School?
36.0% of students at New Ulm 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
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 609
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Brown County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.8%
- Phone
- (507) 233-6100
Resources & Links
District
NEW ULM PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,135
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,376
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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