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Prior Lake-savage Middle School

Middle School · PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS

15855 FISH POINT RD, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Enrollment

1,996

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,397 of 1,992

In Prior Lake

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Prior Lake-savage Middle School

5.5/10

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

Laker Online

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6.3/10

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About Prior Lake-savage Middle School

Prior Lake-savage Middle School is a public middle school in Prior Lake, MN, part of PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS. Prior Lake-savage Middle School serves approximately 1,996 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Prior Lake-savage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,397 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Prior Lake-savage Middle School show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with MN schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,012
Chronic Absenteeism19.8%

Prior Lake-savage Middle School — Students at Prior Lake-savage Middle School score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (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
80%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
57%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Prior Lake-savage Middle School Compares

See how Prior Lake-savage Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
30th percentile in MN
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
106 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

Location

15855 FISH POINT RD, Prior Lake, MN 55372

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Prior Lake-savage Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Savage), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prior Lake, see our Prior Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Laker Online Prior Lake 0.2 mi
PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA ALC Prior Lake 0.2 mi 6.3
ALC Independent Study Prior Lake 0.2 mi
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Prior Lake 0.3 mi 5.9
WestWood Elementary Prior Lake 0.5 mi 7.1
Edgewood ECSE Prior Lake 0.5 mi 5.4
PRIOR LAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Prior Lake 0.7 mi
PRIOR LAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Prior Lake 1.0 mi 7.0
La Ola Del Lago at Grainwood Prior Lake 0.8 mi 8.8
Hamilton Ridge Elementary School Savage 1.1 mi 8.8
ASPEN ACADEMY Savage 1.3 mi 4.9
PRIOR LAKE HIGH SCHOOL Savage 1.3 mi 6.5
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF SAVAGE Savage 1.9 mi
Five Hawks Elementary Prior Lake 1.9 mi 5.8
LIVING HOPE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Shakopee 2.6 mi 4.3
REDTAIL RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Savage 2.0 mi 6.4
JEFFERS POND ELEMENTARY Prior Lake 2.2 mi 8.0
Glendale Elementary Savage 3.0 mi 6.7
EAGLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shakopee 3.5 mi 5.9
HARRIET BISHOP ELEMENTARY Savage 2.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55372 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,835

Median Home Value

$450,100

Median Rent

$1,406/mo

Population

34,617

College Educated

50.1%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Median Age

40.2

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Westwood Intermediate & Middle Sch Blaine, MN 5.2
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Maple Grove Middle School Maple Grove, MN 6.1
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Moorhead, MN 4.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Prior Lake-savage Middle School

What grades does Prior Lake-savage Middle School serve?

Prior Lake-savage Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Prior Lake-savage Middle School?

Prior Lake-savage Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,996 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Prior Lake-savage Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Prior Lake-savage Middle School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Prior Lake-savage Middle School rank in MN?

Prior Lake-savage Middle School ranks #1,397 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Prior Lake-savage Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Prior Lake-savage Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Prior Lake-savage Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Prior Lake-savage Middle School has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Prior Lake-savage Middle School a charter school?

No, Prior Lake-savage Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Prior Lake-savage Middle School a Title I school?

No, Prior Lake-savage Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prior Lake-savage Middle School?

18.5% of students at Prior Lake-savage 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
14 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,996
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
106
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.8%

District

PRIOR LAKE-SAVAGE AREA SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,777
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,012
District Rank
#10 of 11

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