Triton High School is a public school in Dodge Center, Minnesota, United States.
Serving 212 students in grades 6-8, Triton 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 40% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triton Middle School's student population of 212 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1990
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Triton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triton Middle School is 0.35, 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
#1253 out of 1860 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
1%
12%
White
79%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cobra
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Middle School's ranking?
Triton Middle School is ranked #1253 out of 1,860 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Triton Middle School?
212 students attend Triton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Triton Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Triton Middle School?
Triton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Triton Middle School offer ?
Triton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triton Middle School part of?
Triton Middle School is part of Triton School District.
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