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#1727 of 1,992 schools in MN

Skyview Community Middle

Middle School · North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

1100 HERON AVE N, Oakdale, MN 55128

Enrollment

990

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

4.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,727 of 1,992

In Oakdale

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale

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Skyview Community Middle

4.6/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Skyview Community Middle

Skyview Community Middle is a public middle school in Oakdale, MN, part of North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale. Skyview Community Middle serves approximately 990 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio.

Skyview Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,727 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Skyview Community Middle show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • MN avg 5.8

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Skyview Community 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 Progress3.8Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment6.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,478
Chronic Absenteeism30.2%

Skyview Community Middle — Students at Skyview Community Middle score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.6%

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 55.4% (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
70%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
59%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
58%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
32%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Skyview Community Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
13th percentile in MN
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

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

1100 HERON AVE N, Oakdale, MN 55128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skyview Community Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. E-STEM Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Woodbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Falcon View Connections Middle (rated 4.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Wabasha), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakdale, see our Oakdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EAGLE POINT ELEMENTARY Oakdale 0.4 mi 7.2
Pankalo Education Center Lake Elmo 1.1 mi 5.0
Woodbury Leadership Academy Woodbury 1.4 mi 3.6
ABI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Saint Paul 1.5 mi
APOSTOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Oakdale 1.5 mi
TARTAN SENIOR HIGH Oakdale 1.4 mi 6.4
Therapeutic Education Collective (T Oakdale 1.7 mi
Falcon View Connections High School Wabasha 2.0 mi 6.1
Falcon View Connections Elementary Wabasha 2.0 mi 4.8
Falcon View Connections Middle Wabasha 2.0 mi 4.9
TRANSFIGURATION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale 1.9 mi 7.3
E-STEM Middle School Woodbury 2.3 mi 5.9
PAIDEA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Oakdale 1.9 mi
WOODBURY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Woodbury 3.0 mi
WOODBURY ELEMENTARY Woodbury 2.8 mi 5.0
WOODBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL Woodbury 2.9 mi 5.2
ROYAL OAKS ELEMENTARY Woodbury 3.3 mi 7.3
CARVER ELEMENTARY Maplewood 2.7 mi 5.6
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Maplewood 2.5 mi 3.6
Beaver Lake Voluntary Pre-K Maplewood 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,642

Median Home Value

$300,700

Median Rent

$1,451/mo

Population

28,945

College Educated

33.1%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skyview Community Middle

What grades does Skyview Community Middle serve?

Skyview Community Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Skyview Community Middle?

Skyview Community Middle has an enrollment of approximately 990 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Skyview Community Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Skyview Community Middle is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Skyview Community Middle rank in MN?

Skyview Community Middle ranks #1,727 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Skyview Community Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Skyview Community Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Skyview Community Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Skyview Community Middle has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Skyview Community Middle a charter school?

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

Is Skyview Community Middle a Title I school?

No, Skyview Community Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.6% of students at Skyview Community 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
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
10 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
990
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.2%

District

North St. Paul-Maplewood Oakdale
District Enrollment
10,633
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,478
District Rank
#12 of 15

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