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#1829 of 1,992 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

4.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,829 of 1,992

In Crystal

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#18 of 21

ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

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The Fair School - Crystal

4.2/10

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

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5.3/10

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About The Fair School - Crystal

The Fair School - Crystal is a public middle school in Crystal, MN, part of ROBBINSDALE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The Fair School - Crystal serves approximately 381 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.1:1 student-teacher ratio. The Fair School - Crystal has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,829 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for The Fair School - Crystal show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,779
Chronic Absenteeism11.3%

The Fair School - Crystal — Students at The Fair School - Crystal score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.2% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.0% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2015
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
7.5%
ELA
37%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How The Fair School - Crystal Compares

See how The Fair School - Crystal performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
8th percentile in MN
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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

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 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Robbinsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sandburg Middle School (rated 4.0/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Golden Valley), with a very similar rating. 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 5.3
BEACON ACADEMY Crystal 0.9 mi 3.5
FOREST ELEMENTARY Crystal 1.1 mi 4.5
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.0 mi 6.9
NEILL ELEMENTARY Crystal 1.3 mi 5.0
Robbinsdale Shared Time Program New Hope 1.1 mi
HIGHVIEW ALC Golden Valley 1.6 mi 6.1
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley 1.6 mi 4.0
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy Golden Valley 1.6 mi 4.5
Robbinsdale Virtual Academy K-5 Golden Valley 1.6 mi
LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY Robbinsdale 1.3 mi 4.1
KING OF GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Golden Valley 1.8 mi 4.5
NOBLE ELEMENTARY Golden Valley 1.7 mi 4.3
ROBBINSDALE TRANSITION CENTER Crystal 1.9 mi 5.9
ROBBINSDALE COOPER SENIOR HIGH New Hope 1.7 mi 5.8
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Crystal 2.0 mi 7.8
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION New Hope 1.7 mi 8.0
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING-ARTS AT OLSON Golden Valley 2.1 mi 8.1
Notre Ecole Academy Golden Valley 2.3 mi 7.3
SONNESYN ELEMENTARY New Hope 1.7 mi 3.9

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BELLE PLAINE JUNIOR HIGH Belle Plaine, MN 4.1
STEWARTVILLE MIDDLE Stewartville, MN 4.4
Sandburg Middle School Golden Valley, MN 4.0
PARK RAPIDS AREA CENTURY MIDDLE Park Rapids, MN 4.5
OLSON MIDDLE Minneapolis, MN 3.9
CASS LAKE-BENA MIDDLE SCHOOL Cass Lake, MN 4.6

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 ranks #1,829 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is The Fair School - Crystal's MySchoolScout rating?

The Fair School - Crystal has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 The Fair School - Crystal?

Based on loaded state assessment records, The Fair School - Crystal has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.3%

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