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Seven Hills - Richfield Middle

Middle School · Seven Hills Preparatory Academy

1401 WEST 76TH STREET, Richfield, MN 55423

Charter

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,370 of 1,992

In Richfield

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Seven Hills - Richfield Middle

5.5/10

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

Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary

9.2/10

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6.4/10

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About Seven Hills - Richfield Middle

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle is a public middle school in Richfield, MN, part of Seven Hills Preparatory Academy. Seven Hills - Richfield Middle serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Seven Hills - Richfield Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,370 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Seven Hills - Richfield Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Seven Hills - Richfield Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.5Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.74 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,461
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle — Students at Seven Hills - Richfield Middle score 49% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
67%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
65%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
65%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
60%

* 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: 2.5/10.

How Seven Hills - Richfield Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
31th percentile in MN
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

1401 WEST 76TH STREET, Richfield, MN 55423

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seven Hills - Richfield Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary (rated 9.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is SHERIDAN HILLS ELEMENTARY (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACADEMY OF HOLY ANGELS (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Richfield, see our Richfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Seven Hills - Richfield Elementary Richfield 0.0 mi 9.2
RICHFIELD MIDDLE Richfield 0.5 mi 6.4
BLESSED TRINITY-PENN CAMPUS Richfield 0.6 mi 6.7
South Education Center Academy Richfield 0.7 mi 6.1
SECONDARY SPECIAL EDUCATION Richfield 0.7 mi
CENTRAL EDUCATION CENTER Richfield 0.8 mi 5.6
Central Education Center PreK Richfield 0.8 mi 5.6
RICHFIELD SENIOR HIGH Richfield 0.9 mi 6.7
ACADEMY OF HOLY ANGELS Richfield 1.5 mi 7.2
Horizon Science Academy Twin Cities Richfield 1.2 mi 6.9
WASHBURN ELEMENTARY Bloomington 1.4 mi 4.1
New Code Academy Elementary Bloomington 1.4 mi 6.7
SciTech Academy Charter School Richfield 1.5 mi 4.3
BLESSED TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richfield 1.4 mi 7.2
BLOOMINGTON TRANSITION CENTER Bloomington 1.6 mi 5.4
Choice Academy Bloomington 1.7 mi 5.8
SHERIDAN HILLS ELEMENTARY Richfield 1.7 mi 7.7
PARTNERSHIP ACADEMY INC. Richfield 1.7 mi 4.5
Richfield College Experience Prg Richfield 1.5 mi 6.5
STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Edina 1.8 mi

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seven Hills - Richfield Middle

What grades does Seven Hills - Richfield Middle serve?

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Seven Hills - Richfield Middle?

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills - Richfield Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Seven Hills - Richfield Middle is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seven Hills - Richfield Middle rank in MN?

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle ranks #1,370 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Seven Hills - Richfield Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Seven Hills - Richfield Middle 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 Seven Hills - Richfield Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Seven Hills - Richfield Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Seven Hills - Richfield Middle a charter school?

Yes, Seven Hills - Richfield Middle is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Seven Hills - Richfield Middle a Title I school?

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

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

32.5% of students at Seven Hills - 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
50 Good Transit
Bike Score
72 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

Seven Hills Preparatory Academy
District Enrollment
1,141
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,461
District Rank
#3 of 3

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