Serving 1,029 students in grades 6-8, Northdale Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northdale Middle School's student population of 1,029 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Rankings
Northdale Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northdale Middle School is 0.65, which is more 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
#868 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
14%
12%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Northdale Middle School's ranking?
Northdale Middle School is ranked #868 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Northdale Middle School often compared to?
Northdale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coon Rapids Middle School, Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Northdale Middle School?
1,029 students attend Northdale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Northdale Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northdale Middle School?
Northdale Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northdale Middle School offer ?
Northdale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northdale Middle School part of?
Northdale Middle School is part of Anoka-Hennepin School District.
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