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#1605 of 1,986 schools in MN
The Fair School - Crystal
Middle School · ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
3915 ADAIR AVENUE NORTH, Crystal, MN 55422
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
381
Student-Teacher
18.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Crystal
#5 of 5
public schools
Minnesota middle schools
#173 of 280
In district
#18 of 21
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Strong
About The Fair School - Crystal
The FAIR School - Crystal is a middle school located in the large suburban area of Crystal, Minnesota. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 381 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.1:1 with 21 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at The FAIR School - Crystal is currently rated lower on MySchoolScout, with a score of 4.3 out of 10, placing it in the 23rd percentile among Minnesota schools.
In terms of proficiency rates, only 37% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 11% in Math, indicating areas where improvement is needed. Despite these challenges, the school community focuses on student development and growth. The FAIR School - Crystal is situated in a supportive suburban setting with opportunities for both academic and extracurricular engagement.
What Parents Should Know
While current test scores at The Fair School - Crystal are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.
Score Breakdown
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The Fair School - Crystal — Students at The Fair School - Crystal score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
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: 7.2/10.
How The Fair School - Crystal Compares
See how The Fair School - Crystal performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 19% (2019) to 7.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 38% (2019) to 37% (2022).
Location
3915 ADAIR AVENUE NORTH, Crystal, MN 55422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Fair School - Crystal may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE (rated 5.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Robbinsdale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sandburg Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Crystal, see our Crystal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROBBINSDALE MIDDLE Robbinsdale | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| BEACON ACADEMY Crystal | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope | 1.1 mi | — |
| HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley | 1.6 mi | — |
| LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,173
Median Home Value
$314,200
Median Rent
$1,576/mo
Population
28,765
College Educated
46.2%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
38.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Fair School - Crystal has a median household income of $91,173. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $314,200, with a median rent of $1,576/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LA CRESCENT-HOKAH MIDDLE SCHOOL La Crescent, MN | 5.1 |
| PARK RAPIDS AREA CENTURY MIDDLE Park Rapids, MN | 5.1 |
| PIPESTONE MIDDLE Pipestone, MN | 5.1 |
| 112 ALC MIDDLE SCHOOL Chaska, MN | 5.0 |
| GREENWAY MIDDLE Coleraine, MN | 5.0 |
| PLAINVIEW-ELGIN-MILLVILLE JUNIOR Elgin, MN | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Fair School - Crystal
What grades does The Fair School - Crystal serve?
The Fair School - Crystal serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend The Fair School - Crystal?
The Fair School - Crystal has an enrollment of approximately 381 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Fair School - Crystal?
The student-teacher ratio at The Fair School - Crystal is 18.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Fair School - Crystal rank in MN?
The Fair School - Crystal is ranked #1605 out of 1,986 schools in MN.
What is The Fair School - Crystal's MySchoolScout rating?
The Fair School - Crystal has a composite rating of 5.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at The Fair School - Crystal?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, The Fair School - Crystal has 11.3% math proficiency and 37.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is The Fair School - Crystal a charter school?
No, The Fair School - Crystal is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Fair School - Crystal a Title I school?
No, The Fair School - Crystal is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Fair School - Crystal?
42.5% of students at The Fair School - Crystal 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
- City Safety
- High (2,519/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Crystal). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 381
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hennepin County
- Phone
- (763) 971-4500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,735
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,779
- District Rank
- #18 of 21
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