Serving 633 students in grades 6-8, North Branch Area Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Branch Area Middle School's student population of 633 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire Dreams, Build Integrity, Instill Hope
School Rankings
North Branch Area Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Branch Area Middle School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1244 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branch Area Middle School's ranking?
North Branch Area Middle School is ranked #1244 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend North Branch Area Middle School?
633 students attend North Branch Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of North Branch Area Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Branch Area Middle School?
North Branch Area Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Branch Area Middle School offer ?
North Branch Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Branch Area Middle School part of?
North Branch Area Middle School is part of North Branch Area School District.
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