Below Average
#1634 of 1,992 schools in MN
Sauk Centre Middle
Middle School · SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
903 STATE ROAD, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
132
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.9
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,634 of 1,992
In Sauk Centre
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Sauk Centre Middle
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About Sauk Centre Middle
Sauk Centre Middle is a public middle school in Sauk Centre, MN, part of SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sauk Centre Middle serves approximately 132 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Sauk Centre Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,634 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Sauk Centre Middle show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 132 students, Sauk Centre Middle 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.
Score Breakdown
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Sauk Centre Middle — Students at Sauk Centre Middle score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.9%
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
↓ 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: 2.6/10.
How Sauk Centre Middle Compares
See how Sauk Centre Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
903 STATE ROAD, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sauk Centre Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MELROSE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Another option is MELROSE SECONDARY (rated 7.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OSAKIS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Osakis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sauk Centre, see our Sauk Centre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SAUK CENTRE SECONDARY Sauk Centre | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SAUK CENTRE ELEMENTARY Sauk Centre | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Sauk Centre | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| MONTESSORI OF MELROSE Melrose | 6.9 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL AREA LEARNING CENTER Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| BEACON PROGRAM W CENTRAL ED. DIST. Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| WEST CENTRAL EDUCATION DISTRICT B-2 Melrose | 7.3 mi | — |
| MELROSE ELEMENTARY Melrose | 7.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MELROSE SECONDARY Melrose | 7.4 mi | 7.6 |
| MELROSE MIDDLE Melrose | 7.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Melrose | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHNS-ST ANDREWS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwald | 9.6 mi | 5.3 |
| OSAKIS ELEMENTARY Osakis | 13.7 mi | 7.4 |
| OSAKIS SECONDARY Osakis | 13.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Elementary Long Prairie | 17.1 mi | 4.6 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osakis | 14.1 mi | 4.5 |
| ST MARY OF MT. CARMEL SCHOOL Long Prairie | 17.4 mi | 7.1 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Freeport | 13.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Long Prairie-Grey Eagle Secondary Long Prairie | 18.0 mi | 4.4 |
| BELGRADE-BROOTEN-ELROSA SEC. Belgrade | 19.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56378 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,953
Median Home Value
$239,000
Median Rent
$780/mo
Population
8,433
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha, MN | 4.9 |
| Round Lake-Brewster Middle School Brewster, MN | 4.9 |
| St. Cloud Math & Science Middle Saint Cloud, MN | 4.9 |
| RUSHFORD-PETERSON MIDDLE Rushford, MN | 5.0 |
| New Code Academy Middle School Bloomington, MN | 5.1 |
| ACGC ELEMENTARY GRADES 5 AND 6 Grove City, MN | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sauk Centre Middle
What grades does Sauk Centre Middle serve?
Sauk Centre Middle serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Sauk Centre Middle?
Sauk Centre Middle has an enrollment of approximately 132 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sauk Centre Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sauk Centre Middle is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sauk Centre Middle rank in MN?
Sauk Centre Middle ranks #1,634 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Sauk Centre Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sauk Centre Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Sauk Centre Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sauk Centre Middle has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Sauk Centre Middle a charter school?
No, Sauk Centre Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sauk Centre Middle a Title I school?
No, Sauk Centre Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sauk Centre Middle?
43.9% of students at Sauk Centre 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 132
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Stearns County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (320) 352-2258
Resources & Links
District
SAUK CENTRE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,130
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,632
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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