Serving 844 students in grades 6-8, Mcguire Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcguire Middle School's student population of 844 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
844 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Mcguire Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcguire Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#406 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
6%
12%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Lakeville Area Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcguire Middle School's ranking?
Mcguire Middle School is ranked #406 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Mcguire Middle School often compared to?
Mcguire Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenwood Trail Middle School, Century Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Mcguire Middle School?
844 students attend Mcguire Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mcguire Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcguire Middle School?
Mcguire Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcguire Middle School offer ?
Mcguire Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcguire Middle School part of?
Mcguire Middle School is part of Lakeville Area Schools.
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