Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, Friedell Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Friedell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Friedell Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Friedell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Friedell Middle School is 0.58, 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
#418 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
48:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
12%
12%
White
62%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Friedell Middle School's ranking?
Friedell Middle School is ranked #418 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Friedell Middle School often compared to?
Friedell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln K-8 District-wide School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Friedell Middle School?
435 students attend Friedell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Friedell Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Friedell Middle School?
Friedell Middle School has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Friedell Middle School offer ?
Friedell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Friedell Middle School part of?
Friedell Middle School is part of Rochester Public School District.
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