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Waseca Intermediate School

Middle School · WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 19TH AVE NW, Waseca, MN 56093

Enrollment

356

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

4th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#1,484 of 1,992

In Waseca

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Waseca Intermediate School

5.3/10

Middle School in Waseca · grades 4th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Waseca Senior High

5.0/10

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3.1/10

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About Waseca Intermediate School

Waseca Intermediate School is a public middle school in Waseca, MN, part of WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Waseca Intermediate School serves approximately 356 students, and covers grades 4th-6th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Waseca Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,484 of 1,992 schools in MN.

Structured state assessment records for Waseca Intermediate School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • MN avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,362
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Waseca Intermediate School — Students at Waseca Intermediate School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
46%

* 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: 2.1/10.

How Waseca Intermediate School Compares

See how Waseca Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
26th percentile in MN
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Location

400 19TH AVE NW, Waseca, MN 56093

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waseca Intermediate School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores notably higher. Another option is WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN JR. (rated 6.1/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WASECA JUNIOR HIGH (rated 3.1/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Waseca, see our Waseca schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Waseca Senior High Waseca 0.2 mi 5.0
WASECA JUNIOR HIGH Waseca 0.2 mi 3.1
WASECA MIDDLE LEVEL ALC Waseca 0.2 mi
TEAM ACADEMY Waseca 0.4 mi 4.3
HARTLEY ELEMENTARY Waseca 1.1 mi 4.2
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Waseca 1.3 mi 6.7
SWMetro Waseca Shakopee 1.4 mi
SWMetro Waseca-Transitions Shakopee 1.4 mi
Waseca Area Learning Center Waseca 1.4 mi 5.1
Waseca Early Childhood Waseca 1.4 mi 3.6
WATERVILLE ELEMENTARY Waterville 8.7 mi 7.0
WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN SR. Waterville 8.7 mi 7.1
MORRISTOWN ELEMENTARY Morristown 9.5 mi 7.9
WATERVILLE-ELYSIAN-MORRISTOWN JR. Morristown 9.5 mi 6.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morristown 12.5 mi
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON EL.EM. Janesville 9.8 mi 7.6
JANESVILLE-WALDORF-PEMBERTON SEC Janesville 9.8 mi 7.1
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Janesville 9.8 mi 5.4
NRHEG SECONDARY New Richland 14.2 mi 5.3
WILSON ELEMENTARY Owatonna 13.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 56093 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,210

Median Home Value

$214,800

Median Rent

$829/mo

Population

12,742

College Educated

19.3%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

39.9

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FARNSWORTH AEROSPACE UPPER Saint Paul, MN 5.2
GSL Junior High School Glencoe, MN 5.2
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Pillager Middle School Pillager, MN 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waseca Intermediate School

What grades does Waseca Intermediate School serve?

Waseca Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 6th.

How many students attend Waseca Intermediate School?

Waseca Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 356 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waseca Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waseca Intermediate School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Waseca Intermediate School rank in MN?

Waseca Intermediate School ranks #1,484 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Waseca Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waseca Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Waseca Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Waseca Intermediate School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Waseca Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Waseca Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Waseca Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Waseca Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waseca Intermediate School?

41.0% of students at Waseca Intermediate 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 6th
Enrollment
356
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Waseca County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

District

WASECA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,735
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,362
District Rank
#1 of 6

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