Below Average
#1610 of 1,992 schools in MN
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS
Middle School · VOYAGEURS EXPEDITIONARY
3724 BEMIDJI AVE N, Bemidji, MN 56601
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
42:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
42:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,610 of 1,992
In Bemidji
#14 of 17
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
VOYAGEURS EXPEDITIONARY
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Voyageurs Expeditionary MS
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS is a public middle school in Bemidji, MN, part of VOYAGEURS EXPEDITIONARY. Voyageurs Expeditionary MS serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 42:1 student-teacher ratio. Voyageurs Expeditionary MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,610 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Voyageurs Expeditionary MS show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Voyageurs Expeditionary MS is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Voyageurs Expeditionary MS 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.
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS runs 42:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Voyageurs Expeditionary MS — Students at Voyageurs Expeditionary MS score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Voyageurs Expeditionary MS Compares
See how Voyageurs Expeditionary MS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3724 BEMIDJI AVE N, Bemidji, MN 56601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Voyageurs Expeditionary MS may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BEMIDJI MIDDLE (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Trek North Middle School (rated 2.8/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bemidji, see our Bemidji schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Voyageurs Expeditionary School Bemidji | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Aurora Waasakone Community of Learn Bemidji | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| J.W. SMITH ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| TREKNORTH HIGH SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Trek North Middle School Bemidji | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| ST PHILIP'S SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Lakeside Learning Center Bemidji | 2.2 mi | — |
| OSHKI MANIDOO CENTER Bemidji | 2.0 mi | — |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bemidji | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE Bemidji | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| BEMIDJI MIDDLE ALP Bemidji | 2.0 mi | — |
| FIRST CITY SCHOOL Bemidji | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI REGIONAL INTERDIST. COUNCIL Bemidji | 2.7 mi | — |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| NORTHERN ELEMENTARY Bemidji | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PAUL BUNYAN CENTER Bemidji | 2.6 mi | — |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR HIGH Bemidji | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
| BEMIDJI AREA LEARNING CENTER Bemidji | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| BEMIDJI SENIOR LUMBERJACK ALC Bemidji | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Gene Dillon Elementary School Bemidji | 3.7 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,782
Median Home Value
$242,400
Median Rent
$1,033/mo
Population
34,700
College Educated
37.8%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
19.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Success Academy Bloomington Middle Bloomington, MN | 4.8 |
| CVA Fusion Middle School (6-8) Minneapolis, MN | 4.5 |
| LIVING WATERS MENNONITE SCHOOL Browerville, MN | 4.0 |
| MARANATHA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dodge Center, MN | 5.9 |
| FRIDLEY MIDDLE AREA LEARNING CENTER Fridley, MN | 6.2 |
| Upper Mississippi Middle Academy Saint Paul, MN | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Voyageurs Expeditionary MS
What grades does Voyageurs Expeditionary MS serve?
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Voyageurs Expeditionary MS?
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Voyageurs Expeditionary MS?
The student-teacher ratio at Voyageurs Expeditionary MS is 42:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Voyageurs Expeditionary MS rank in MN?
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS ranks #1,610 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Voyageurs Expeditionary MS's MySchoolScout rating?
Voyageurs Expeditionary MS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Voyageurs Expeditionary MS?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Voyageurs Expeditionary MS has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Voyageurs Expeditionary MS a charter school?
Yes, Voyageurs Expeditionary MS is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Voyageurs Expeditionary MS a Title I school?
No, Voyageurs Expeditionary MS is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Voyageurs Expeditionary MS?
85.7% of students at Voyageurs Expeditionary MS 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
- 42
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 42:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Beltrami County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 97.6%
- Phone
- (218) 444-3130
Resources & Links
District
VOYAGEURS EXPEDITIONARY- District Enrollment
- 113
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,477
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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