Serving 532 students in grades 5-8, Jordan 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 50% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Middle School's student population of 532 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
532 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Jordan 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 Jordan Middle School is 0.41, 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
#460 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
4%
12%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Jordan Middle School's ranking?
Jordan Middle School is ranked #460 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Jordan Middle School often compared to?
Jordan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Prague Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Jordan Middle School?
532 students attend Jordan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jordan Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Middle School?
Jordan Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jordan Middle School offer ?
Jordan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Middle School part of?
Jordan Middle School is part of Jordan Public School District.
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