Below Average
#1857 of 1,992 schools in MN
North Junior High
Middle School · ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
1212 29TH AVE N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
701
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,857 of 1,992
In Saint Cloud
#13 of 15
public schools
In district
#14 of 16
ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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North Junior High
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About North Junior High
North Junior High is a public middle school in Saint Cloud, MN, part of ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Junior High serves approximately 701 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
North Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,857 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for North Junior High show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at North Junior High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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North Junior High — Students at North Junior High score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.8/10.
How North Junior High Compares
See how North Junior High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1212 29TH AVE N, Saint Cloud, MN 56303
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Junior High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. St. Cloud Math & Science Middle (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH (rated 4.2/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saint Cloud, see our Saint Cloud schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,789
Median Home Value
$197,900
Median Rent
$1,001/mo
Population
26,031
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
61.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SOUTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud, MN | 4.2 |
| St. Francis Middle Saint Francis, MN | 4.2 |
| INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MIDDLE Inver Grove Heights, MN | 4.4 |
| North Branch Area Middle School North Branch, MN | 4.4 |
| STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville, MN | 4.4 |
| KELLOGG MIDDLE Rochester, MN | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Junior High
What grades does North Junior High serve?
North Junior High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend North Junior High?
North Junior High has an enrollment of approximately 701 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Junior High?
The student-teacher ratio at North Junior High is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Junior High rank in MN?
North Junior High ranks #1,857 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is North Junior High's MySchoolScout rating?
North Junior High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 North Junior High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Junior High has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is North Junior High a charter school?
No, North Junior High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Junior High a Title I school?
No, North Junior High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Junior High?
75.2% of students at North Junior High 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 701
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Stearns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.5%
- Phone
- (320) 370-7000
Resources & Links
District
ST. CLOUD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,543
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,825
- District Rank
- #14 of 16
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