Serving 541 students in grades 6-8, Byron Middle School 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 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Byron Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Byron Middle School's student population of 541 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Byron Middle School 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 Byron Middle School is 0.22, 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
#349 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Byron Middle School's ranking?
Byron Middle School is ranked #349 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Byron Middle School often compared to?
Byron Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewartville Middle School, John Adams Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Byron Middle School?
541 students attend Byron Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Byron Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Byron Middle School?
Byron Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Byron Middle School offer ?
Byron Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Byron Middle School part of?
Byron Middle School is part of Byron Public School District.
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