Serving 925 students in grades 6-8, Stillwater Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 925 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stillwater Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Stillwater Middle School's student population of 925 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
925 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Stillwater 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 Stillwater Middle School is 0.32, 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
#215 out of 1860 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Stillwater Middle School's ranking?
Stillwater Middle School is ranked #215 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Stillwater Middle School?
925 students attend Stillwater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Stillwater Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stillwater Middle School?
Stillwater Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stillwater Middle School offer ?
Stillwater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stillwater Middle School part of?
Stillwater Middle School is part of Stillwater Area School District.
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