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Richfield Middle

Middle School · RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

7461 OLIVER AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423

Enrollment

788

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#910 of 1,992

In Richfield

#9 of 16

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Richfield Middle

6.4/10

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

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About Richfield Middle

Richfield Middle is a public middle school in Richfield, MN, part of RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Richfield Middle serves approximately 788 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Richfield Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #910 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Richfield Middle show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above MN schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Richfield Middle 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.

38% of students at Richfield Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,931
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Richfield Middle — Students at Richfield Middle score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.8% (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
38%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
25%
ELA
49%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
31%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Richfield Middle Compares

See how Richfield Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
54th percentile in MN
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7461 OLIVER AVE S, Richfield, MN 55423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Richfield Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anthony Middle (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Seven Hills - Richfield Middle (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Richfield, see our Richfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
BLESSED TRINITY-PENN CAMPUS Richfield 0.3 mi 6.7
South Education Center Academy Richfield 0.3 mi 6.1
SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION Richfield 0.3 mi
Seven Hills - Richfield Middle Richfield 0.5 mi 5.5
Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary Richfield 0.5 mi 9.2
SHERIDAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Richfield 1.3 mi 7.7
CENTRAL EDUCATION CENTER Richfield 1.0 mi 5.6
Central Education Center PreK Richfield 1.0 mi 5.6
WASHBURN ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.3 mi 4.1
New Code Academy Elementary Bloomington 1.3 mi 6.7
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield 1.1 mi 6.7
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edina 1.4 mi
BLOOMINGTON TRANSITION CENTER Bloomington 1.7 mi 5.4
Choice Academy Bloomington 1.8 mi 5.8
SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield 1.6 mi 4.3
ACADEMY OF HOLY ANGELS Richfield 1.6 mi 7.2
BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield 1.6 mi 7.2
Anthony Middle Minneapolis 2.1 mi 7.2
School #532 Edina 1.5 mi
CORNELIA ELEMENTARY Edina 1.6 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55423 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,102

Median Home Value

$320,300

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Population

36,779

College Educated

44.3%

Homeownership

62.5%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

38.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee, MN 6.4
NEW PRAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL New Prague, MN 6.5
Princeton Middle School Princeton, MN 6.5
Shakopee West Middle School Shakopee, MN 6.5
CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska, MN 6.3
Highview Middle School New Brighton, MN 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Richfield Middle

What grades does Richfield Middle serve?

Richfield Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Richfield Middle?

Richfield Middle has an enrollment of approximately 788 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Richfield Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Richfield Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Richfield Middle rank in MN?

Richfield Middle ranks #910 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Richfield Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Richfield Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Richfield Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Richfield Middle has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Richfield Middle a charter school?

No, Richfield Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Richfield Middle a Title I school?

No, Richfield Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Richfield Middle?

59.0% of students at Richfield 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
788
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,043
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,931
District Rank
#6 of 9

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