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Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade
Middle School · WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
600 COLFAX AVE SW, Wadena, MN 56482
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
28:1
Score
5.6
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,309 of 1,992
In Wadena
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade
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About Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade is a public middle school in Wadena, MN, part of WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 28:1 student-teacher ratio. Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,309 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MN avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade 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.
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade runs 28:1 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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Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade — Students at Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 7.0/10.
How Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade Compares
See how Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 COLFAX AVE SW, Wadena, MN 56482
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. SEBEKA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Sebeka), which scores notably higher. Another option is BERTHA ELEMENTARY (rated 9.0/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Bertha), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MENAHGA ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Menahga), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wadena, see our Wadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WADENA-DEER CREEK SENIOR HIGH Wadena | 0.0 mi | 6.4 |
| WADENA-DEER CREEK ELEMENTARY Wadena | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Freshwater Education District ALC Wadena | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| White Pine Academy Wadena | 1.7 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Wadena | 1.7 mi | — |
| LEAF RIVER ACADEMY Wadena | 1.7 mi | — |
| Elm Tree Academy Wadena | 1.7 mi | — |
| GREEN MEADOW Wadena | 4.5 mi | — |
| VERNDALE ELEMENTARY Verndale | 7.0 mi | 4.6 |
| VERNDALE SECONDARY Verndale | 7.0 mi | 5.9 |
| VERNDALE AREA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Verndale | 7.6 mi | — |
| SEBEKA ELEMENTARY Sebeka | 13.3 mi | 9.0 |
| SEBEKA SECONDARY Sebeka | 13.3 mi | 7.4 |
| BERTHA ELEMENTARY Bertha | 13.0 mi | 9.0 |
| BERTHA SECONDARY Bertha | 13.0 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW YORK MILLS SECONDARY New York Mills | 12.3 mi | 7.5 |
| NEW YORK MILLS ELEMENTARY New York Mills | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| MENAHGA HIGH SCHOOL Menahga | 21.5 mi | 6.3 |
| MENAHGA ELEMENTARY Menahga | 21.5 mi | 7.9 |
| HENNING ELEMENTARY Henning | 16.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 56482 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,356
Median Home Value
$168,000
Median Rent
$699/mo
Population
7,494
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
39.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
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| ROYALTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Royalton, MN | 5.6 |
| ZUMBROTA-MAZEPPA MIDDLE SCHOOL Zumbrota, MN | 5.6 |
| LAC QUI PARLE VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Madison, MN | 5.5 |
| Memorial Middle School Ely, MN | 5.7 |
| MINNEWASKA AREA JUNIOR HIGH Glenwood, MN | 5.8 |
| ADRIAN MIDDLE Adrian, MN | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade
What grades does Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade serve?
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade?
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade?
The student-teacher ratio at Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade is 28:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade rank in MN?
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade ranks #1,309 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade's MySchoolScout rating?
Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).
Is Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade a charter school?
No, Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade a Title I school?
No, Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade?
50.0% of students at Wadena-deer Creek 5th and 6th Grade 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
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 28:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Wadena County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (218) 632-2400
Resources & Links
District
WADENA-DEER CREEK SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,112
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,095
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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