Serving 291 students in grades 7-8, Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8's student population of 291 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 112% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 is 0.22, 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
#579 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
88%
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
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Spectrum High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8's ranking?
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 is ranked #579 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8?
291 students attend Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8?
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 offer ?
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 part of?
Spectrum Middle School - Grades 7-8 is part of Spectrum High School District.
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