Serving 983 students in grades 6-8, Sartell 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 66% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sartell 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
Sartell Middle School's student population of 983 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
983 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Develop well-rounded citizens capable of becoming successful and contributing members of society.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Sartell Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sartell Middle School is 0.27, 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
#203 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
4%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sartell-St. Stephen School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sartell Middle School's ranking?
Sartell Middle School is ranked #203 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Sartell Middle School often compared to?
Sartell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Junior High School, Sauk Rapids-rice Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Sartell Middle School?
983 students attend Sartell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sartell Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sartell Middle School?
Sartell Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sartell Middle School offer ?
Sartell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sartell Middle School part of?
Sartell Middle School is part of Sartell-St. Stephen School District.
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