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Shakopee West Middle School

Middle School · SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

200 10TH AVE E, Shakopee, MN 55379

Enrollment

898

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#858 of 1,992

In Shakopee

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Shakopee West Middle School

6.5/10

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

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About Shakopee West Middle School

Shakopee West Middle School is a public middle school in Shakopee, MN, part of SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Shakopee West Middle School serves approximately 898 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shakopee West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #858 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Shakopee West Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,885
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Shakopee West Middle School — Students at Shakopee West Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.9% (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
55%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
49%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Shakopee West Middle School Compares

See how Shakopee West Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
57th percentile in MN
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

200 10TH AVE E, Shakopee, MN 55379

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shakopee West Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shakopee East Middle School (rated 6.4/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 4.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Chaska), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shakopee, see our Shakopee schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MN CORRECTIONAL FACILITY-SHAKOPEE Shakopee 0.8 mi
SWEENEY ELEMENTARY Shakopee 0.8 mi 6.0
Shakopee High School Shakopee 1.2 mi 7.0
Shakopee East Middle School Shakopee 0.9 mi 6.4
JACKSON ELEMENTARY Shakopee 1.2 mi 8.1
Tokata Learning Center Shakopee 1.5 mi 5.1
Tokata ALC Independent Study Shakopee 1.5 mi
SPECIAL SERVICES Shakopee 1.6 mi 6.9
Sabers Online Middle School Shakopee 1.6 mi
Aspire Academy Elementary Shakopee 1.6 mi 4.0
SUN PATH ELEMENTARY Shakopee 1.8 mi 6.9
SHAKOPEE AREA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Shakopee 2.1 mi 6.4
MINNESOTA MONTESSORI ACCELERTD LEARNING CENTER INC Shakopee 2.2 mi
SWMetro Online Learning Shakopee 3.1 mi 4.7
SWMetro Reflections Shakopee 3.1 mi
SWMetro Shakopee Special Ed Shakopee 3.1 mi 6.1
PIONEER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska 3.6 mi 4.8
CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie 4.1 mi 7.6
ST HUBERT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chanhassen 4.7 mi 5.6
SWMetro CCJ Shakopee 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,824

Median Home Value

$366,300

Median Rent

$1,540/mo

Population

49,084

College Educated

39.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

35.7

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BUFFALO COMMUNITY MIDDLE Buffalo, MN 6.5
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Princeton Middle School Princeton, MN 6.5
BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji, MN 6.6
BLACK HAWK MIDDLE Eagan, MN 6.6
HIGHLAND PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Saint Paul, MN 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shakopee West Middle School

What grades does Shakopee West Middle School serve?

Shakopee West Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Shakopee West Middle School?

Shakopee West Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 898 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shakopee West Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Shakopee West Middle School is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shakopee West Middle School rank in MN?

Shakopee West Middle School ranks #858 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Shakopee West Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Shakopee West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Shakopee West Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shakopee West Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Shakopee West Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Shakopee West Middle School a Title I school?

No, Shakopee West Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shakopee West Middle School?

36.2% of students at Shakopee West 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
898
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Scott County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
7,678
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,885
District Rank
#5 of 10

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