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#665 of 1,992 schools in MN

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Sartell Middle

Middle School · SARTELL-ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL DISTRICT

748 7TH STREET NORTH, Sartell, MN 56377

Enrollment

976

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#665 of 1,992

In Sartell

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

SARTELL-ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Sartell Middle

6.9/10

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

Pine Meadow Primary School

8.1/10

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8.7/10

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About Sartell Middle

Sartell Middle is a public middle school in Sartell, MN, part of SARTELL-ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sartell Middle serves approximately 976 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio.

Sartell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #665 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Sartell Middle show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above MN schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,945
Chronic Absenteeism12.3%

Sartell Middle — Students at Sartell Middle score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.3% (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
81%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
58%
ELA
64%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Sartell Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
67th percentile in MN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

Location

748 7TH STREET NORTH, Sartell, MN 56377

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sartell Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. St. Cloud Math & Science Middle (rated 4.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORTH JUNIOR HIGH (rated 4.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Saint Cloud), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sartell, see our Sartell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Pine Meadow Primary School Sartell 0.3 mi 8.1
Riverview Intermediate School Sartell 0.4 mi 8.7
Benton-Stearns Education - ASD Sauk Rapids 0.7 mi
Benton-Stearns Education Pioneers Sauk Rapids 0.7 mi
ALC - Sartell Sartell 0.7 mi
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sartell 0.7 mi 6.1
Benton-Stearns Ed District EC Sartell 0.9 mi
Oak Ridge Early Learning Center Sartell 2.0 mi 8.7
SARTELL SENIOR HIGH Sartell 2.3 mi 7.2
PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Saint Cloud 3.1 mi 4.7
PETRA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sauk Rapids 2.6 mi
WHOLE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sauk Rapids 2.4 mi
Pleasantview Elementary Sauk Rapids 3.0 mi 5.9
APOLLO SENIOR HIGH Saint Cloud 4.1 mi 5.8
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 4.1 mi 8.5
NORTH JUNIOR HIGH Saint Cloud 4.0 mi 4.1
Saint Cloud Math and Science Academ Saint Cloud 3.8 mi 8.8
St. Cloud Math & Science Middle Saint Cloud 3.8 mi 4.9
Katherine Johnson Education Center Saint Cloud 4.4 mi 5.4
MADISON ELEMENTARY Saint Cloud 4.3 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56377 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,583

Median Home Value

$282,800

Median Rent

$1,196/mo

Population

21,008

College Educated

40.2%

Homeownership

63.7%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

35

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HERMANTOWN MIDDLE Hermantown, MN 6.9
FOLEY INTERMEDIATE ELEMENTARY Foley, MN 7.0
Justice Page Middle Minneapolis, MN 7.0
Waconia Middle School Waconia, MN 7.0
Edgewood Middle School Mounds View, MN 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sartell Middle

What grades does Sartell Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Sartell Middle?

Sartell Middle has an enrollment of approximately 976 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sartell Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Sartell Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sartell Middle rank in MN?

Sartell Middle ranks #665 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Sartell Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Sartell Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Sartell Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sartell Middle has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sartell Middle a charter school?

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

Is Sartell Middle a Title I school?

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

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

21.9% of students at Sartell 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
976
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Stearns County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.3%

District

SARTELL-ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,046
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,945
District Rank
#5 of 5

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