Average
#732 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 37% in state
North Metro Flex Middle School
Middle School · North Metro Flex Academy
2350 HELEN ST., North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
6.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#732 of 1,992
In North Saint Paul
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
North Metro Flex Academy
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About North Metro Flex Middle School
North Metro Flex Middle School is a public middle school in North Saint Paul, MN, part of North Metro Flex Academy. North Metro Flex Middle School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. North Metro Flex Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for North Metro Flex Middle School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, North Metro Flex Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at North Metro Flex Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
North Metro Flex Middle School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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North Metro Flex Middle School — Students at North Metro Flex Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How North Metro Flex Middle School Compares
See how North Metro Flex Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2350 HELEN ST., North Saint Paul, MN 55109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Metro Flex Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Another option is Level Up Academy (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby White Bear Lake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Justice Alan Page Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Maplewood), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Saint Paul, see our North Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Metro Flex Academy North Saint Paul | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Lionsgate Academy AIM North Saint Paul | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| 622 ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | — |
| 622 Online High School North Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| The Next Step North Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| NORTH SENIOR HIGH North Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| RICHARDSON ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| COWERN ELEMENTARY North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL North Saint Paul | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Justice Alan Page Elementary School Maplewood | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| HILL MURRAY SCHOOL Saint Paul | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| CASTLE ELEMENTARY Oakdale | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| 916 MAHTOMEDI ACADEMY White Bear Lake | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Harmony Learning Center Maplewood | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Passages Transition Program Mahtomedi | 1.7 mi | — |
| PrairieCare Maplewood Maplewood | 1.5 mi | — |
| MOUNDS PARK ACADEMY Saint Paul | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| WHITE BEAR AREA LEARNING CENTER White Bear Lake | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Level Up Academy White Bear Lake | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,759
Median Home Value
$291,200
Median Rent
$1,316/mo
Population
34,266
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
36.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FRIDLEY MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Fridley, MN | 6.2 |
| Upper Mississippi Middle Academy Saint Paul, MN | 6.2 |
| Banaadir Academy Minneapolis, MN | 7.3 |
| MARANATHA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dodge Center, MN | 5.9 |
| Bellaire Education Center White Bear Lake, MN | — |
| HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hills, MN | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Metro Flex Middle School
What grades does North Metro Flex Middle School serve?
North Metro Flex Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend North Metro Flex Middle School?
North Metro Flex Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Metro Flex Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at North Metro Flex Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Metro Flex Middle School rank in MN?
North Metro Flex Middle School ranks #732 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is North Metro Flex Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
North Metro Flex Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 North Metro Flex Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Metro Flex Middle School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is North Metro Flex Middle School a charter school?
Yes, North Metro Flex Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is North Metro Flex Middle School a Title I school?
No, North Metro Flex Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Metro Flex Middle School?
80.0% of students at North Metro Flex 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ramsey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.5%
- Phone
- (651) 300-6300
Resources & Links
District
North Metro Flex Academy- District Enrollment
- 190
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,981
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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