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South St. Paul Middle School
Middle School · South St. Paul Public School Dist
700 2ND ST N, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
589
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,011 of 1,992
In South Saint Paul
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
South St. Paul Public School Dist
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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South St. Paul Middle School
Middle School in South Saint Paul · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About South St. Paul Middle School
South St. Paul Middle School is a public middle school in South Saint Paul, MN, part of South St. Paul Public School Dist.
South St. Paul Middle School serves approximately 589 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. South St.
Paul Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,011 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for South St. Paul Middle School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South St. Paul Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at South St. Paul Middle School 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
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South St. Paul Middle School — Students at South St. Paul Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How South St. Paul Middle School Compares
See how South St. Paul Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 2ND ST N, South Saint Paul, MN 55075
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South St. Paul Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY (rated 8.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Inver Grove Heights), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby West Saint Paul), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Saint Paul, see our South Saint Paul schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South St. Paul High School South Saint Paul | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED PROGRAM South Saint Paul | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| 917 Deaf/Hard of Hearing South Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | — |
| LINCOLN CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| S ST. PAUL COMMUNITY LRNG. CNTR. South Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| SSP Virtual South Saint Paul | 1.0 mi | — |
| KAPOSIA EDUCATION CENTER ELEMENTARY South Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Early Learning Resource Center West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| PEACEFUL HEIGHTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL & CHILD CARE West Saint Paul | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST CROIX LUTHERAN ACADEMY West Saint Paul | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| 917 DCALS North West Saint Paul | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| BRANCH OUT TRANSITIONAL SERVICES Mendota Heights | 1.7 mi | — |
| COMMUNITY OF SAINTS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| SALEM HILLS ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ATHENEUM ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.4 mi | 8.5 |
| ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL West Saint Paul | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| IGH EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Inver Grove Heights | 2.8 mi | 4.3 |
| HILLTOP ELEMENTARY Inver Grove Heights | 2.8 mi | 3.2 |
| BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL Bloomington | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55075 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,573
Median Home Value
$267,000
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
20,651
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
37.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHASKA MIDDLE SCHOOL EAST Chaska, MN | 6.3 |
| Highview Middle School New Brighton, MN | 6.3 |
| OLSON MIDDLE Bloomington, MN | 6.3 |
| PINE ISLAND MIDDLE Pine Island, MN | 6.3 |
| SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Elk River, MN | 6.3 |
| BECKER MIDDLE Becker, MN | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South St. Paul Middle School
What grades does South St. Paul Middle School serve?
South St. Paul Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend South St. Paul Middle School?
South St. Paul Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South St. Paul Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at South St. Paul Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South St. Paul Middle School rank in MN?
South St. Paul Middle School ranks #1,011 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is South St. Paul Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
South St. Paul Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South St. Paul Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South St. Paul Middle School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is South St. Paul Middle School a charter school?
No, South St. Paul Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South St. Paul Middle School a Title I school?
No, South St. Paul Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South St. Paul Middle School?
54.7% of students at South St. Paul 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (651) 306-3659
Resources & Links
District
South St. Paul Public School Dist- District Enrollment
- 2,917
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,850
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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