Serving 121 students in grades 6, Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6's student population of 121 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 ranks within the top 20% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 is 0.24, 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
#232 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
87%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6's ranking?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 is ranked #232 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6?
121 students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 offer ?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 part of?
Spectrum Middle School - Grade 6 is part of Spectrum High School District.
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